Description

Osmium Tetrachloride is a versatile inorganic compound of significant interest in advanced material synthesis and catalysis. This compound serves as a critical precursor for the preparation of other osmium complexes and materials due to its reactive nature. It is essential for research and development in the fields of homogeneous catalysis, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and specialized electrochemical studies.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing homogeneous catalysts used in organic transformations, including hydrogenation and oxidation reactions.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a volatile source for depositing thin films of osmium or osmium-containing compounds on substrates for electronic and coating applications.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel coordination complexes and organometallic compounds with unique electronic or magnetic properties.
• Electrochemistry: Investigated for use in electrocatalytic processes and as a component in specialized electrode materials.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and synthetic inorganic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Osmium Tetrachloride
CAS No.	10026-01-4
Molecular Formula	OsCl4
Molecular Weight	332.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Osmium(IV) chloride; Osmium chloride (OsCl4); Perosmochlor; Tetrachloroosmium; Osmium chloride; EINECS 233-052-9
EINECS	233-052-9

Quality Control

Our Osmium Tetrachloride is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity and assay, with trace metal analysis available for advanced applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (OsCl4)	≥ 98.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.