Description

Ammonium Hexachloroosmate(IV) is an inorganic coordination compound of the precious metal osmium. This material serves as a crucial precursor for the synthesis of other osmium complexes and catalysts, valued for its well-defined composition and reactivity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial laboratories engaged in advanced materials science, catalysis development, and specialized chemical synthesis.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous osmium-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and other fine chemical processes.
• Materials Science Research: Used in the development of thin films, coatings, and other advanced materials where osmium compounds impart specific electronic or catalytic properties.
• Electroplating & Surface Modification: Employed in specialized electroplating baths to deposit osmium or osmium-containing alloys for corrosion-resistant or conductive surfaces.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as a standard or reagent in spectroscopic and electrochemical analysis techniques.
• Organic Synthesis: Utilized as a reagent or catalyst in specific organic transformations, particularly those requiring osmium's unique oxidation states.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a fundamental chemical for investigating the chemistry of platinum group metals and developing new applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Hexachloroosmate(IV)
CAS No.	12125-08-5
Molecular Formula	(NH4)2[OsCl6]
Molecular Weight	439.01 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium Hexachloroosmate; Ammonium Osmium Chloride; Diammonium Hexachloroosmate(IV); Ammonium Chloroosmate; Osmic Ammonium Chloride; (OC-6-11)-Diammonium Hexachloroosmate; Ammonium Hexachloroosmate(2-)
EINECS	235-197-4

Quality Control

Our Ammonium Hexachloroosmate(IV) is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red-brown to dark red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Os basis)	Min. 43.0%
Purity (by HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility (in Water)	Partially soluble
Chloride Content	48.0 - 49.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 50 ppm

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