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2-Iodoxybenzoic acid

SKU 90038503 CAS 64297-64-9 C7H5IO4 MW 280.02 Available on enquiry

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2-Iodoxybenzoic acid is an organoiodine compound primarily used as a versatile oxidant in organic synthesis, particularly for the selective oxidation of alcohols to aldehydes. It features the CAS number 64297-64-9, a molecular formula of C7H5IO4, and a molecular weight of 280.02. Molekula supplies 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90038503
CAS Number
64297-64-9
IUPAC Name
2-iodylbenzoic acid
EC Number
264-773-8
Molecular Formula
C7H5IO4
Molecular Weight
280.02
Exact Mass
279.9233
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(=O)O)I(=O)=O
InChIKey
FIYYMXYOBLWYQO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H5IO4/c9-7(10)5-3-1-2-4-6(5)8(11)12/h1-4H,(H,9,10)
PubChem CID
108794

Synonyms

  • 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid
  • 2-Iodylbenzoic acid
  • Benzoic acid, 2-iodyl-
  • Benzoic acid, o-iodoxy-
  • IBX
  • iodoxybenzoic acid
  • o-Iodoxybenzoic acid
  • o-iodylbenzoic acid
  • ortho-iodylbenzoic acid
  • orthoiodoxybenzoic acid
  • SIBX

Frequently asked questions

What is 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid used for?

2-Iodoxybenzoic acid, commonly known as IBX, is primarily used as a mild and selective oxidizing agent in organic synthesis, particularly for the oxidation of alcohols to aldehydes or ketones.

What are the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid?

The chemical formula is C7H5IO4 and the molecular weight is 280.02 g/mol.

How should 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, away from incompatible substances and strong oxidizing agents.

What grade of 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid is available?

Please contact our sales team or check the product page on our website for the specific purity and grade currently in stock.

Can Molekula supply 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid in bulk quantities to meet your specific research or industrial requirements.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory and quality compliance.

Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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