Description

Dipotassium Hexachloroiridate is an inorganic coordination compound of iridium(IV), widely utilized as a high-purity precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis. This compound is valued for its role in synthesizing iridium-based catalysts, coatings, and specialized electronic materials where precise stoichiometry and purity are critical. It serves researchers and industrial manufacturers in sectors including heterogeneous catalysis, electroplating, and the development of conductive ceramics and thin films.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing iridium-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and electrochemical reactions.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Used in electroplating baths to deposit iridium or iridium oxide coatings for corrosion-resistant and conductive surfaces.
• Electronic Materials: Employed in the production of conductive pastes, thick-film resistors, and other specialized electronic components.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a precursor for depositing iridium-containing thin films in semiconductor and optical device manufacturing.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new iridium complexes and materials with unique catalytic or photophysical properties.
• Analytical Reagent: Functions as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry for the determination and study of other materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dipotassium Hexachloroiridate
CAS No.	16920-56-2
Molecular Formula	K2[IrCl6]
Molecular Weight	483.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Hexachloroiridate(IV); Potassium Iridic Chloride; Dipotassium Iridium(IV) Chloride; Iridium Potassium Chloride; K2IrCl6; Hexachloroiridate(2-) Dipotassium; Potassium Hexachloroiridate
EINECS	240-981-5

Quality Control

Our Dipotassium Hexachloroiridate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and physical characterization, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (K2[IrCl6])	≥ 99.0%
Iridium (Ir) Content	≥ 39.5%
Chloride (Cl) Content	To match theoretical value
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 50 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 20 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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