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2-Iodoxybenzoic acid (stab. with benzoic acid)

SKU 89990328 CAS 61717-82-6 C7H5 IO4 MW 280.02 Available on enquiry

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2-Iodoxybenzoic acid (stab. with benzoic acid) is a powerful oxidizing agent used in organic synthesis, particularly for the selective oxidation of alcohols to aldehydes and ketones, including 1,2-diols without carbon–carbon bond cleavage. It is supplied stabilized with benzoic acid to enhance shelf life and safety. Available with CAS number 61717-82-6, molecular formula C7H5IO4, and molecular weight 280.02 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Hazard classification includes signal word Danger. Molekula supplies 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid (stab. with benzoic 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
89990328
CAS Number
61717-82-6
IUPAC Name
1-hydroxy-1-oxo-1lambda5,2-benziodoxol-3-one
Molecular Formula
C7H5 IO4
Molecular Weight
280.02
Exact Mass
279.9233
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)OI2(=O)O
InChIKey
CQMJEZQEVXQEJB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H5IO4/c9-7-5-3-1-2-4-6(5)8(10,11)12-7/h1-4H,(H,10,11)
PubChem CID
339496

Synonyms

  • 1-hydroxy-1-oxo-1lambda5,2-benziodoxol-3-one
  • 1-Hydroxy-1,2-benziodoxol-3(1H)-one 1-oxide
  • 1-Hydroxy-1,2-benziodoxol-3(H)-one 1-oxide
  • 1-hydroxy-1,3-dioxobenziodoxole
  • 1-hydroxy-1lambda(3),2-benziodoxol-3(1H)-one 1-oxide
  • IBX
  • IBX cpd
  • o-Iodoxybenzoic Acid
  • ortho-iodoxybenzoic acid
  • SIBX

Frequently asked questions

What is 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid used for?

It is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly for oxidative transformations such as the selective oxidation of alcohols to aldehydes and ketones, benzylic oxidation, and the dehydrogenation of carbonyl compounds to α,β-unsaturated carbonyls.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?

The formula is C7H5IO4 with a molecular weight of 280.02 g/mol.

How should 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.

What grade is available?

Available in technical grade; purity is specified in the certificate of analysis provided with each order.

Can Molekula supply it in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply 2-Iodoxybenzoic acid in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order includes a certificate of analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.

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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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