Periodic Acid Solution
Industrial Applications
Periodic Acid Solution (HIO4) is a strong oxidizing agent widely used in chemical and industrial applications. It is commonly employed in organic synthesis for the selective cleavage of vicinal diols to generate aldehydes or ketones. It is also used in carbohydrate chemistry, analytical chemistry, and in the preparation of specialty chemicals and reagents. Its oxidizing properties make it useful in laboratory and industrial oxidation reactions, including the production of dyes, disinfectants, and other chemical intermediates.
Physical Properties
Periodic Acid Solution is typically supplied as a clear, colorless to slightly yellow aqueous solution. It is highly soluble in water, hygroscopic, and chemically stable under acidic conditions. As a strong oxidizer, it must be handled with care to avoid contact with reducing agents, organic materials, or heat sources, which could trigger hazardous reactions.
Grade
- Tech
- Customer Specified Purity
Other Names
- Paraperiodic acid
- Iodic(VII) acid
- Hydrogen periodate
Form
- Solution
Abbreviations
- H5IO6
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