Description

Iridium(III) Acetylacetonate is a high-purity organometallic compound, specifically a β-diketonate complex of iridium. This material is a critical precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis, valued for its role in depositing high-quality iridium-containing films. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, photonics, and specialty chemical sectors who require precise and reliable metal-organic sources for thin-film deposition and catalyst synthesis.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing iridium and iridium oxide thin films in semiconductor devices and protective coatings.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and other organic transformations.
• OLED & Photonic Materials: Used in the development of phosphorescent materials and emitters for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other optoelectronic applications.
• Electrochemical Applications: A precursor for electrode materials in fuel cells and advanced electrolysis systems.
• Surface Modification: Employed to create specialized iridium-coated surfaces for enhanced durability and specific chemical functionality.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new organometallic chemistry and materials properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iridium(III) Acetylacetonate
CAS No.	15635-87-7
Molecular Formula	C15H21IrO6
Molecular Weight	489.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Iridium tris(acetylacetonate); Tris(acetylacetonato)iridium(III); Ir(acac)3; Iridium(III) 2,4-pentanedionate; Iridium tris(2,4-pentanedionate); Acetylacetone iridium(III) salt; Iridium(3+) tris(pentane-2,4-dionate)
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Quality Control

Our Iridium(III) Acetylacetonate is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified against established internal specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Iridium content)	≥ 99.0% (Metals basis)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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