Description

Chloroiridic Acid is a highly valuable inorganic compound, primarily recognized as a key precursor for iridium-based catalysts and materials. Its significance lies in providing a soluble and reactive source of iridium, a platinum group metal, which is critical for advanced chemical processes. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, electrochemistry, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors, where precise material properties are paramount.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous iridium catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and C-H activation reactions.
• Electroplating & Electrodes: Used in the electrodeposition of iridium and iridium oxide coatings for corrosion-resistant anodes, electrochemical sensors, and neural stimulation electrodes.
• Electronic Materials: A crucial source for producing thin films and conductive layers in microelectronics and display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the manufacture of phosphorescent emitters and charge transport layers for high-efficiency displays and lighting.
• Research & Development: Fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new iridium complexes and their photophysical or catalytic properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be used as a standard or reagent in spectroscopic analysis and trace metal detection.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloroiridic Acid
CAS No.	110802-84-1
Molecular Formula	Typically H2IrCl6·xH2O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (varies with hydration)
Synonyms	Hexachloroiridic(IV) Acid; Iridic Chloride; Hydrogen Hexachloroiridate(IV); Iridium(IV) Chloride Hydrate; Iridium Tetrachloride Hydrate; H2IrCl6; Chloroiridic(IV) Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Chloroiridic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity, typically assessed via titration, ICP-OES, and XRD. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with relevant industry and research standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, it is recommended to handle the material under a dry atmosphere or inert gas when appropriate. Long-term storage should be in a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black crystalline solid or solution
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (as Ir)	≥ 34.0% (Typical, varies with hydration)
Purity (Titration)	Contact for details
Impurities (ICP-OES)	Specific limits for Pt, Pd, Rh, Fe, Ni, etc. available
Solubility	Soluble in water and polar organic solvents

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