Description

Lithium Periodate is an inorganic salt widely recognized for its powerful oxidizing properties. Its high reactivity makes it a critical reagent for selective oxidative cleavage and analytical chemistry applications. This compound is essential for research laboratories and industrial processes in the pharmaceutical, chemical synthesis, and material science sectors. We supply high-purity Lithium Periodate CAS NO 21111-84-2 to meet rigorous global standards.

Application

Lithium Periodate serves as a versatile oxidizing agent across multiple industries. Its primary and related applications include:

• Oxidative Cleavage of 1,2-Diols: A key reagent for the selective cleavage of vicinal diols to generate carbonyl compounds, fundamental in carbohydrate and complex molecule synthesis.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used in the determination and quantification of various organic compounds, including sugars and polyols, via periodate oxidation methods.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Facilitates the synthesis of specific drug intermediates requiring controlled oxidative transformations.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in surface modification and the cross-linking of polymers containing adjacent hydroxyl groups.
• Research & Development: A staple in R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and reaction mechanisms involving oxidation.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of fine chemicals and other periodate derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Periodate
CAS No.	21111-84-2
Molecular Formula	LiIO4
Molecular Weight	197.84 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Metaperiodate; Periodic Acid Lithium Salt; Lithium Iodate(VII); Lithium (Meta)Periodate; LiIO4; Lithium Tetraoxoiodate(VII); Lithium Periodate(VII)
EINECS	244-201-9

Quality Control

Our Lithium Periodate is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming specifications for identity, assay, and impurity profiles. We are committed to consistent quality and supply chain reliability for our global partners.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use. As a strong oxidizer, it should be stored separately from combustible and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (LiIO4)	≥ 98.0 %
Solubility (in Water)	Clear, colorless solution
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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