Description

Potassium Hexachloroiridate (III) is an inorganic coordination compound of iridium, widely recognized for its role as a fundamental precursor in iridium chemistry. This high-purity material is essential for synthesizing advanced catalysts and specialized materials where precise iridium content is critical. It serves as a key starting material for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrocatalysis, homogeneous catalysis, and materials science, particularly for developing components in fuel cells and electronic devices.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A primary starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous iridium-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and C-H activation reactions.
• Electrochemical Research: Used in the development and study of electrocatalysts for applications such as water electrolysis (oxygen evolution reaction) and fuel cells.
• Materials Science: Serves as a source of iridium for the deposition of thin films, coatings, and the preparation of other iridium complexes with tailored properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in analytical methods for the determination and study of iridium and related compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for research into new coordination compounds, organometallic chemistry, and the exploration of iridium's photophysical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Hexachloroiridate (III)
CAS No.	14024-41-0
Molecular Formula	K3[IrCl6]
Molecular Weight	559.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Iridichloride; Potassium Hexachloroiridate(3-); Tripotassium Hexachloroiridate; Iridium Potassium Chloride; Potassium Chloroiridate; K3IrCl6; Iridium(III) Potassium Chloride
EINECS	237-847-7

Quality Control

Our Potassium Hexachloroiridate (III) is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance as a precursor material. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee traceability and 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 place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (K3[IrCl6])	≥ 98.0 %
Iridium (Ir) Content	≥ 34.0 %
Chloride (Cl) Content	To match theoretical value
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Moisture (Loss on Drying)	≤ 2.0 %

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