4-Iodobenzoic acid is white to off-white powder
4-Iodobenzoic acid was used in the synthesis of [hydroxy(4-carboxyphenyl)iodonium]ion in situ that helps in the cleavage of a variety of alkenes.
4-Iodobenzoic acid was used in the synthesis of [hydroxy(4-carboxyphenyl)iodonium]ion in situ that helps in the cleavage of a variety of alkenes. It is is used as anti-infective, contraceptive agent and x-ray contrast medium for diagnostic radiology.
Crystallise the acid repeatedly from water and EtOH. Sublime it under vacuum at 100o. [Beilstein 9 IV 1035.]