Description

Potassium Hexabromoosmiate is an inorganic coordination compound of osmium, a rare transition metal. This specialized chemical is valued for its role as a high-purity precursor in advanced materials synthesis and catalytic research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel catalysts, electronic materials, and specialized inorganic compounds. Its consistent quality and precise composition are critical for experimental reproducibility and process development.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for synthesizing osmium-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and other fine chemical processes.
• Materials Science Research: Used in the development of advanced inorganic materials, thin films, and coatings with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in spectroscopic analysis and other laboratory testing methods.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Potential use in electroplating baths for depositing osmium or osmium alloy coatings.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for investigating coordination chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and the properties of osmium complexes.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for preparing other osmium-containing compounds with tailored functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Hexabromoosmiate
CAS No.	16903-69-8
Molecular Formula	K2[OsBr6]
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Potassium Hexabromoosmate(IV); Dipotassium Hexabromoosmate; Potassium Osmium(IV) Bromide; K2OsBr6; Osmium Potassium Bromide; Hexabromoosmic Acid Dipotassium Salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Potassium Hexabromoosmiate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (K2[OsBr6])	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water

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