Description

Osmium188 is a stable, non-radioactive isotope of the precious transition metal osmium, supplied in high-purity metallic or compound forms. This material is critical for applications requiring the unique physical and chemical properties of osmium without the handling complexities of its more common, highly toxic oxide forms. It is essential for advanced research and development in catalysis, materials science, and specialized analytical techniques across global industrial and academic sectors.

Application

• As a precursor for synthesizing highly efficient and selective catalysts used in hydrogenation and ammonia synthesis processes.
• In the production of ultra-hard, wear-resistant alloys for specialized electrical contacts, instrument pivots, and fountain pen tips.
• As a doping agent or target material in the development of advanced semiconductor and thin-film coatings.
• For use in specialized mass spectrometry and other analytical techniques as a calibration standard or tracer.
• In fundamental scientific research, particularly in studies of isotopic effects and high-pressure physics.
• As a starting material for the synthesis of organometallic compounds with unique catalytic and electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Osmium188
CAS No.	14274-81-8
Molecular Formula	Os (isotope 188)
Molecular Weight	187.9558 g/mol
Synonyms	Osmium-188; 188Os; Osmium, isotope of mass 188; Stable Osmium Isotope 188; Osmium Metal (Isotope 188); Osmium-188 Metal; Osmium 188 Isotope
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Quality Control

Our Osmium188 is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), to verify isotopic abundance and trace metallic impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee material integrity for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to the potential formation of toxic volatile oxides, ensure the container is securely sealed and stored separately from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray-Blue/Black Metal (Powder, Sponge, or Solid)
Isotopic Purity (188Os)	> 99.5%
Assay (Os Metal Basis)	> 99.9% (99.95% typical)
Identification (ICP-MS)	Conforms
Trace Metallic Impurities (ICP-MS)	< 100 ppm total

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