Sodium Metaperiodate
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Sodium Metaperiodate is a High-Purity inorganic salt used as a powerful oxidizing agent. It is a critical reagent in organic synthesis for the selective oxidation of vicinal diols into aldehydes.
This crystalline solid features a 99% min assay and is widely used in the clinical and pharmaceutical sectors. It is essential for the activation of polysaccharides and the production of specialized diagnostic reagents.
In industrial applications, it serves as an effective etchant and stripper for screen printing emulsions. Its high oxidizing potential allows for the rapid and clean removal of polymer coatings from mesh surfaces.
APPLICATIONS
- Organic Synthesis: Used as a selective oxidant to cleave carbon-carbon bonds in sugars and other polyols.
- Screen Printing: Acts as a primary reclaimer to dissolve photo-emulsions from screens after the printing process.
- Medical Diagnostics: Utilized in the preparation of antibodies and for staining tissues in histopathology.
SAFETY & RISKS
Classified as an Oxidizer (Category 2) and Acute Toxic. Store away from combustible materials; wear Acid-Resistant Gloves and Safety Goggles.
PACKAGING
Supplied in 25 kg Fiber Drums or 50 kg Plastic Drums with moisture-proof liners.
