Sodium Paraperiodate

Name:
Sodium Paraperiodate
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	sodium triparaperiodate
M Formula:	Na3H2IO6
Properties:
White, crystalline solid. Very slightly soluble in water; soluble in concentrated sodium hydroxide solutions.
Use:
Selectively oxidizes specific carbohydrates and amino acids, wet-strengthens paper, aids combustion of tobacco.