Description

Potassium Pentachlororuthenate (III) Hydrate is a ruthenium-based inorganic coordination compound of significant industrial and research interest. This material serves as a versatile precursor for synthesizing other ruthenium complexes and nanomaterials, valued for its defined oxidation state and reactivity. It is primarily sought by the chemical manufacturing, catalysis research, and advanced materials development sectors for applications in specialty synthesis and process chemistry.

Application

• Catalysis Research & Development: A key precursor for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous ruthenium catalysts used in oxidation, hydrogenation, and organic transformation reactions.
• Electrochemical Materials: Used in the development of electrode coatings and components for fuel cells and advanced battery systems.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of other ruthenium(III) complexes and organometallic compounds.
• Thin Film Deposition: A potential source material for Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) or Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) processes to create ruthenium or ruthenium oxide thin films.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be employed as a standard or reagent in specific analytical and spectroscopic methods.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in fundamental studies of coordination chemistry and the properties of transition metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Pentachlororuthenate (III) Hydrate
CAS No.	14404-33-2
Molecular Formula	K2[RuCl5(H2O)] or similar hydrate form
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Potassium pentachlororuthenate hydrate; Potassium pentachloroaquaruthenate(III); Dipotassium pentachloroaquaruthenate; Potassium aquapentachlororuthenate(III); Ru(III) potassium chloride hydrate; Potassium ruthenium(III) chloride hydrate; K2[RuCl5(H2O)]
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Potassium Pentachlororuthenate (III) Hydrate is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent composition, purity, and performance as a precursor material. Standard parameters include assay (ruthenium content), chloride content, and identification by spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your 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 absorption of atmospheric moisture and potential degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ru content)	≥ XX% (Contact for specific grade)
Chloride Content	Conforms to theoretical
Water Content (KF)	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in water

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