5-Iodopicolinic Acid is used to prepare bis(5-iodopicolinato)oxovanadium(IV) as an antidiabetic agent. The zinc(II) complex with 5-Iodopicolinic Acid also shows insulinomimetic activity.
Molecular Formula:C6H4INO2
Molecular Weight:249.01
Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.