2-Iodoxybenzoic Acid is used in the oxidation of alcohols in organic synthesis. It is also frequently used in the preparation of Dess-Martin periodinane.Synonyms:1-Hydroxy-1,2-benziodoxol-3(1H)-one 1-Oxide; 1-Hydroxy-1,3-dioxo-3H-benz[d][1,2]iodoxol; 1-Hydroxy-3H-benz[d][1,2]iodoxol-1,3-dione; 1-Hydroxyl-2-benziodoxol-3(1H)-one 1-oxide; IBX; NSC 366248; SIBXCAS No:61717-82-6Molecular Formula:C₇H₅IO₄Molecular Weight:280.02Appearance:White SolidMelting Point: >225°C (dec.)Solubility:DMSO (Very Slightly, Heated)