Description

Platinum Nitrate is an inorganic salt of platinum, a precious metal, in its +4 oxidation state. This compound is a critical precursor material for the synthesis of platinum-based catalysts and advanced materials due to its solubility and reactivity. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the chemical, electronics, and automotive catalyst industries seeking high-purity platinum sources for deposition and synthesis processes.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Primary starting material for the preparation of platinum-based heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysts used in chemical synthesis, petroleum refining, and fuel cells.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Source of platinum ions for electroplating baths to create conductive, corrosion-resistant, and decorative coatings on various substrates.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used in CVD and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) processes to fabricate thin platinum films for microelectronics and semiconductor applications.
• Ceramic & Glass Pigments: Acts as a dopant or colorant in the production of specialty glasses, ceramics, and glazes.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and research laboratories for platinum quantification and synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Investigated in the development of platinum-containing compounds for potential therapeutic applications.
• Sensor Technology: Used in the fabrication of electrochemical and gas sensing elements.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: Key precursor for the controlled synthesis of platinum nanoparticles and nanostructures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Platinum Nitrate
CAS No.	18496-40-7
Molecular Formula	Pt(NO3)4 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	455.09 g/mol (Anhydrous)
Synonyms	Platinum(IV) nitrate; Nitric acid, platinum(4+) salt; Platinum tetranitrate; Platinum nitrate hydrate; Platinum(4+) nitrate; Platinum nitrate solution; Platinic nitrate
EINECS	242-397-2

Quality Control

Our Platinum Nitrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced material synthesis and catalyst production. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

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 easily oxidized and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown solution or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Pt)	≥ 14.0 % (Solution) / Contact for details (Solid)
Purity (Pt basis)	≥ 99.9%
Impurities (ICP-OES)	Pd, Rh, Ir, Fe, Ni, Cu, Pb: < 100 ppm total
Nitrate Content	Balance
Solvent / Form	Aqueous solution or hydrated solid
pH (for solutions)	Contact for details
Density (for solutions)	Contact for details

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