Description

Platinum Tetrahydroxide is a platinum(IV) compound with the formula Pt(OH)₄, known under CAS NO 12135-48-7. This material serves as a versatile and high-purity precursor for the synthesis of other platinum compounds, catalysts, and advanced materials. It is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in sectors such as catalysis, electronics, and specialty chemicals where precise control over platinum content and reactivity is required.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous platinum-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and fuel cell reactions.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Used in formulations for the electrodeposition of platinum coatings, providing corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity on critical components.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of other platinum salts, complexes, and organometallic compounds for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications.
• Electronic Materials: Employed in the fabrication of conductive pastes, inks, and thin films for microelectronics and sensor technologies.
• Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new catalytic processes and material properties.
• Ceramic & Glass Industry: Used as a doping agent to modify the electrical or optical properties of specialty glasses and ceramics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Platinum Tetrahydroxide
CAS No.	12135-48-7
Molecular Formula	H4O4Pt
Molecular Weight	267.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Platinum(IV) hydroxide; Platinum hydroxide (Pt(OH)₄); Tetrahydroxyplatinum; Platinic hydroxide; Platinum(4+) tetrahydroxide; Platinum oxide hydrate; Platinum brown; Platinum dioxide hydrate
EINECS	235-249-7

Quality Control

Our Platinum Tetrahydroxide is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, documenting key parameters such as platinum content and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under conditions that minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Pt content)	≥ 72.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Nitrate (NO₃)	≤ 0.05 %
Insoluble matter	≤ 0.5 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %

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