Description

Silver Periodate is an inorganic chemical compound with significant utility as a specialized oxidizing agent and analytical reagent. Its unique reactivity profile makes it valuable for controlled oxidation processes in organic synthesis and as a key component in specific detection methodologies. This product is essential for research laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and analytical service providers seeking high-purity reagents for precise applications.

Application

• Organic Synthesis: Used as a selective oxidizing agent for the cleavage of carbon-carbon double bonds (glycol cleavage) and the oxidation of specific functional groups under controlled conditions.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a critical reagent in periodate oxidation methods for the structural analysis of carbohydrates, polysaccharides, and glycoproteins.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Employed in the formulation of specialty inks, pastes, and surface treatment solutions for the electronics industry.
• Chemical Research: Acts as a precursor or catalyst in the development of new synthetic pathways and materials science research.
• Photographic Industry: Historically used in specialized photographic processes and emulsion formulations.
• Laboratory Reagent: Supplied as a high-purity standard for calibration, quality control, and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silver Periodate
CAS No.	15606-77-6
Molecular Formula	AgIO4
Molecular Weight	275.77 g/mol
Synonyms	Periodic acid silver(I) salt; Silver(I) periodate; Argentous periodate; Silver metaperiodate; AgIO4; Silver periodate (AgIO4)
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Quality Control

Silver Periodate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature and tendency to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (AgIO4)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.