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5-Iodosalicylic acid, 97%
Description
2-hydroxy-5-iodobenzoic acid is a reagent in various organic chemical reactions leading to pharmaceutical compounds. It is involved in the synthesis of labeled benzamide analogs for tumor imaging as well as the synthesis of the dye, Congo Red, for biological analyses.
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2-hydroxy-5-iodobenzoic acid is a reagent in various organic chemical reactions leading to pharmaceutical compounds. It is involved in the synthesis of labeled benzamide analogs for tumor imaging as well as the synthesis of the dye, Congo Red, for biological analyses.
Solubility
Solubility in methanol is almost transparent.
Notes
Light sensitive. Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 194°C to 199°C |
Quantity | 25 g |
Beilstein | 2090443 |
Formula Weight | 264.02 |
Percent Purity | 97% |
Chemical Name or Material | 5-Iodosalicylic acid |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H315-H319-H335 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H315-H319-H335 Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | P261-P264b-P271-P280-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P332+P313-P362-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 204-313-5 |
RTECSNumber | VO4200000 |
TSCA | No |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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