Description

Potassium Hexaiodoplatinate(IV) is an inorganic coordination compound with the formula K2[PtI6]. This complex salt is a valuable source of platinum in a specific oxidation state and coordination environment, making it a critical precursor for advanced materials research and catalyst development. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of homogeneous catalysis, materials science, and inorganic synthesis. The compound's defined structure and high purity are essential for ensuring reproducibility in experimental and industrial processes.

Application

• Catalysis Research: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing novel platinum-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and other organic transformations.
• Materials Science: Used in the preparation of platinum-containing nanomaterials, thin films, and coordination polymers for electronic and optical applications.
• Inorganic Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of other platinum(IV) complexes and iodoplatinate salts.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be employed as a standard or reagent in specific analytical methods for platinum detection or quantification.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for fundamental studies in coordination chemistry and for developing new industrial catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Hexaiodoplatinate(IV)
CAS No.	16905-14-9
Molecular Formula	K2PtI6
Molecular Weight	1015.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Hexaiodoplatinate; Dipotassium Hexaiodoplatinate(IV); Potassium Hexaiodoplatinate(4-); Potassium Platinate(IV) Iodide; K2PtI6; Potassium Iodoplatinate; Potassium Hexaiodoplatinate(2-)
EINECS	240-947-5

Quality Control

Our Potassium Hexaiodoplatinate(IV) is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis, to verify identity and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and stored away from direct light and moisture sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark crystalline powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Pt content)	≥ 19.0 % (by ICP)
Purity (K2PtI6)	≥ 98.0 %
Solubility	Insoluble in water, soluble in certain organic solvents

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