Description

cis-Bis(Acetonitrile)Dichloroplatinum(II) is a well-defined organometallic complex of platinum, widely recognized for its role as a versatile precursor in coordination chemistry and catalysis. This compound is valued for its stability and reactivity, making it a critical reagent for the synthesis of more complex platinum-based compounds. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of homogeneous catalysis, materials science, and pharmaceutical development.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing active platinum catalysts used in hydrogenation, hydrosilylation, and other organic transformations.
• Materials Science Research: Employed in the development of novel coordination polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and thin-film materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in research for the synthesis of potential platinum-based anticancer agents and other metallodrugs.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key reagent for studying reaction mechanisms, ligand exchange processes, and the fundamental properties of platinum complexes.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Investigated for use in specialized electroplating baths to deposit platinum or platinum alloy coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-Bis(Acetonitrile)Dichloroplatinum(II)
CAS No.	13869-38-0
Molecular Formula	C4H6Cl2N2Pt
Molecular Weight	370.09 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-Dichlorobis(acetonitrile)platinum(II); Platinum(II) dichlorobis(acetonitrile); Dichlorobis(acetonitrile)platinum; Acetonitrile platinum(II) chloride complex; Pt(MeCN)2Cl2; cis-PtCl2(CH3CN)2; Platinum dichloride bis(acetonitrile) adduct
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Quality Control

Our cis-Bis(Acetonitrile)Dichloroplatinum(II) is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including spectroscopic and chromatographic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Pt content)	≥ 52.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in chlorinated solvents, acetonitrile

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