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Periodic acid
Periodic acid is a strong oxidizing agent used in organic synthesis, particularly for cleaving diols and oxidizing aldehydes. It is available as a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of H5IO6, a molecular weight of 227.94 g/mol, and a CAS number of 10450-60-9. It should be stored at ambient temperature and handled with care due to its hazardous nature. Molekula supplies periodic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Periodic acid is a strong oxidizing agent used in organic synthesis, particularly for cleaving diols and oxidizing aldehydes. It is available as a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of H5IO6, a molecular weight of 227.94 g/mol, and a CAS number of 10450-60-9. It should be stored at ambient temperature and handled with care due to its hazardous nature. Molekula supplies periodic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | white crystal powder |
| Assay | 99%min |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 5.1 (8) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 10450-60-9 |
| Molecular Formula | H5IO6 |
| Molecular Weight | 227.94 |
| SMILES | OI(=O)(O)(O)(O)O |
| EC / UN Number | 3085 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28111961 |
| Tariff Code | 2811198090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is periodic acid used for?
Periodic acid is commonly used as an oxidizing agent in organic synthesis, particularly for cleaving diols to aldehydes or ketones, and in analytical chemistry for iodine determination.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of periodic acid?
The formula is H5IO6 and the molecular weight is 227.94 g/mol.
How should periodic acid be stored?
Periodic acid should be stored at ambient temperature, in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible materials.
What grade of periodic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies periodic acid in analytical grade, suitable for laboratory and research applications.
Can Molekula supply periodic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply periodic acid in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a periodic acid order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with GHS standards.
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