Description

Iridium(IV) Chloride is a high-purity inorganic compound of significant industrial and research importance. This material serves as a critical precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis, valued for its unique chemical properties. It is essential for professionals in the chemical synthesis, electronics, and specialty catalyst development sectors seeking a reliable and high-quality source.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous iridium-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and C-H activation reactions.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a source compound for depositing iridium or iridium oxide thin films in semiconductor and microelectronic device fabrication.
• Electrochemistry: Employed in research and development of electrodes and electrocatalysts for fuel cells and water-splitting applications.
• Materials Research: Serves as a fundamental reagent in the synthesis of novel coordination complexes and organometallic compounds for academic and industrial R&D.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Used as a doping agent to modify the electrical or optical properties of advanced ceramic and glass materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as a standard or reagent in specific spectroscopic and analytical techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iridium(IV) Chloride
CAS No.	207399-11-9
Molecular Formula	Cl4Ir
Molecular Weight	334.01 g/mol
Synonyms	Iridium Tetrachloride; Iridium Chloride (IrCl4); Tetrachloroiridium; Iridium(4+) chloride; Iridium chloride black; Iridium chloride (IrCl4), (T-4)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Iridium(IV) Chloride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis. A 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Iridium basis)	≥ 57.5% (Typical 58.0-59.0%)
Chloride Content	Conforms to stoichiometry
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1%
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	Contact for details

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