Description

Hexaammineruthenium(III) Chloride is a coordination complex salt featuring ruthenium in the +3 oxidation state coordinated by six ammonia ligands. This compound is a valuable precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis research, prized for its well-defined structure and reactivity. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, homogeneous catalysis, and the synthesis of novel inorganic complexes.

Application

• Electrocatalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for synthesizing ruthenium-based electrocatalysts used in water splitting and fuel cell applications.
• Homogeneous Catalysis Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D to develop new catalytic processes for organic synthesis and chemical transformations.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor for depositing ruthenium-containing thin films or for incorporating ruthenium into metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other advanced materials.
• Spectroscopic Studies: Employed as a model compound in spectroscopic and magnetic studies due to its distinct electronic properties.
• Synthesis of Complexes: Used to prepare other ammine or mixed-ligand ruthenium complexes for specialized applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexaammineruthenium(III) Chloride
CAS No.	14282-91-8
Molecular Formula	[Ru(NH3)6]Cl3
Molecular Weight	309.62 g/mol (anhydrous)
Synonyms	Hexaammineruthenium trichloride; Ruthenium hexammine trichloride; Tris(hexaammineruthenium) chloride; Hexaammine ruthenium(III) chloride; [Ru(NH3)6]Cl3; Ruthenium(3+) hexaammine trichloride
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Quality Control

Our Hexaammineruthenium(III) Chloride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, impurity profile, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research and development specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ruthenium basis)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride Content	Conforms to theoretical

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