Description

Dichlorobis(Ethylenediamine)Iridium Perchlorate is a coordination complex salt of iridium, a precious metal from the platinum group. This compound is valued as a specialized precursor for synthesizing advanced iridium-based catalysts and materials due to its defined molecular structure and reactivity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on homogeneous catalysis, electrochemistry, and materials science.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for synthesizing homogeneous catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and C-H activation reactions.
• Electrochemical Research: Investigated for use in the development of novel electrodes and electrocatalysts for fuel cells and water-splitting applications.
• Materials Synthesis: Used in the preparation of iridium-containing thin films, nanoparticles, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for specialized applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for fundamental studies in coordination chemistry and for developing new catalytic processes in fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis.
• Photocatalysis: Explored as a component in photoactive systems for light-driven chemical transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichlorobis(Ethylenediamine)Iridium Perchlorate
CAS No.	20037-59-6
Molecular Formula	C₄H₁₆Cl₂IrN₄O₄
Molecular Weight	498.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Iridium(III) dichlorobis(ethylenediamine) perchlorate; Bis(ethylenediamine)dichloroiridium(III) perchlorate; [Ir(en)₂Cl₂]ClO₄; Dichlorobis(1,2-ethanediamine-N,N')iridium perchlorate; Iridium-ethylenediamine complex perchlorate salt
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Quality Control

Our Dichlorobis(Ethylenediamine)Iridium Perchlorate is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided to guarantee the material meets your specific research or development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its properties as a strong oxidizer, keep separate from combustible materials, reducing agents, and organic substances. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Iridium content)	≥ 38.0% (by ICP-OES)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%

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