Description

Dipotassium Hexafluoroiridate is an inorganic salt of iridium, a precious metal, in its +4 oxidation state. This compound is a critical precursor for synthesizing high-purity iridium metal and other iridium-based materials, offering a reliable source of iridium for advanced applications. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of catalysis, electrochemistry, and specialty materials development. The product is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous iridium catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and water-splitting reactions.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Source of iridium for electroplating processes to create corrosion-resistant, conductive, and wear-resistant coatings on various substrates.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a precursor in CVD and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) to deposit thin films of iridium or iridium oxide for semiconductor and microelectronic devices.
• Research & Development: Fundamental material for academic and industrial R&D in inorganic chemistry, materials science, and the study of noble metal complexes.
• Specialty Alloys & Ceramics: Serves as an additive or dopant in the production of high-performance alloys and advanced ceramics requiring iridium's unique properties.
• Electrochemical Applications: Investigated for use in electrodes and components for fuel cells, sensors, and other electrochemical systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dipotassium Hexafluoroiridate
CAS No.	16962-29-1
Molecular Formula	K2[IrF6]
Molecular Weight	433.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Hexafluoroiridate(IV); Potassium Iridium Fluoride; Dipotassium Iridium Hexafluoride; Iridium Potassium Fluoride; K2IrF6; Hexafluoroiridate(2-) Dipotassium; Iridium(IV) Potassium Fluoride
EINECS	241-034-8

Quality Control

Our Dipotassium Hexafluoroiridate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Each production batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to Orange Crystalline Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (K2[IrF6])	≥ 98.0 %
Iridium (Ir) Content	≥ 44.0 %
Potassium (K) Content	Contact for details
Fluoride (F) Content	Contact for details
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.05 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 50 ppm
Moisture (Loss on Drying)	≤ 1.0 %

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