Periodic Acid 99%

Synonyms: Pentahydroxy-λ5-iodane oxide

Cas No. 10450-60-9

Molecular Weight: 227.94

Description:

Periodic acid is an inorganic acid that contains iodine in its +7 oxidation state. It is typically used in organic chemistry, especially for oxidizing compounds or for cleaving certain carbon-carbon bonds. It can be prepared by dissolving iodine in water and reacting it with potassium hydroxide, followed by oxidation to the higher oxidation state.

1. Meta-periodic acid (HIO₄) – This is the most common form, which exists as a crystalline solid.
2. Orthoperiodic acid (H₄IO₄) – A different structure that also exists as a crystalline solid, with a different molecular arrangement.

Periodic acid is often used in biochemical applications to break down sugars, particularly in the periodate oxidation method, which cleaves the C-C bond between two adjacent carbon atoms that have hydroxyl groups attached to them. It’s also useful in certain applications for modifying or analyzing carbohydrates and polysaccharides.

Specification: 

Purity: 99%

Color: White to off-white

Form: Crystalline Powder