Description

Sodium Hexachlororhodate(III)-12-Hydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt of rhodium, a precious metal from the platinum group. This compound serves as a critical precursor for synthesizing homogeneous catalysts and other rhodium-based materials essential in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the chemical, catalyst, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalyst Synthesis: A key starting material for preparing rhodium complexes used in hydrogenation, hydroformylation, and carbonylation reactions.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Source of rhodium for electroplating baths to deposit thin, corrosion-resistant, and highly reflective rhodium coatings on electronic components and jewelry.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in laboratories for developing new catalytic processes and studying the chemistry of rhodium compounds.
• Material Science: Precursor for the fabrication of rhodium-containing nanomaterials, thin films, and other functional materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be used as a standard or reagent in analytical methods for rhodium quantification or trace analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Hexachlororhodate(III)-12-Hydrate
CAS No.	15002-92-3
Molecular Formula	Na3[RhCl6]·12H2O
Molecular Weight	~ 724.70 g/mol (Anhydrous basis: 400.70 g/mol)
Synonyms	Sodium Hexachlororhodate(3-) Dodecahydrate; Trisodium Hexachlororhodate(III) Dodecahydrate; Sodium Rhodichloride; Sodium Chlororhodite; Na3RhCl6·12H2O; Rhodium Sodium Chloride
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Quality Control

Our Sodium Hexachlororhodate(III)-12-Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Reddish-brown to dark red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Rh content)	≥ 25.0% (as Rh metal)
Purity (by Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Chloride Content	Conforms to theoretical
Water Content (KF)	~ 29.0 - 32.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%

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