Iodic Acid Anhydride

Name:
Iodic Acid Anhydride
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	iodine pentoxide
M Formula:	I2O5
Properties:
White, crystalline powder. D 4.799, mp 300C (decomposes). Soluble in water and nitric acid; insoluble in absolute alcohol, chloroform, ether, carbon disulfide.
Hazard:
Toxic by ingestion, strong irritant to eyes and skin, strong oxidizing agent.
Use:
Oxidizing agent, organic synthesis.