Description

Potassium Hexabromoiridate(IV) is an inorganic coordination compound of iridium, a precious metal, in its +4 oxidation state. This high-purity salt is valued for its role as a critical precursor in advanced materials synthesis and catalysis research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, materials science, and homogeneous catalysis, where precise control over iridium-based complexes is required.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous iridium-based catalysts used in organic transformations and hydrogenation reactions.
• Electrochemical Research: Used in the development of electrodes and electrochemical sensors due to the redox-active nature of the iridium center.
• Materials Science: A key reagent for depositing iridium-containing thin films or nanoparticles for electronic and optical applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in fundamental research to study coordination chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and the properties of iridium complexes.
• Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for calibrating equipment and validating methods in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Hexabromoiridate(IV)
CAS No.	19121-78-9
Molecular Formula	K2[IrBr6]
Molecular Weight	882.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Dipotassium hexabromoiridate(2-); Potassium hexabromoiridate; Iridium potassium bromide; Potassium iridium(IV) bromide; K2IrBr6; Hexabromoiridate(2-) dipotassium; Iridium(4+) potassium bromide (1:2:6)
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Hexabromoiridate(IV) is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay determination and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (K2[IrBr6])	≥ 98.0%
Iridium (Ir) Content	≥ 21.8%
Water Solubility Test	Passes test

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