Description

Sodium Hexachloroosmate(IV) Hydrate, 38.0-41.0% Os is a high-purity inorganic salt of the precious metal osmium, primarily valued as a critical precursor in catalysis and materials science. This compound is essential for synthesizing homogeneous catalysts used in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, as well as for creating specialized coatings and electronic materials. It is a key raw material for R&D laboratories and industrial producers in the chemical, electronics, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable, high-quality osmium sources.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing osmium-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and other asymmetric synthesis reactions.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Used in electroplating baths to deposit thin films of osmium or osmium alloys for wear-resistant and conductive coatings.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a source compound for depositing high-purity osmium films in semiconductor and microelectronics fabrication.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic processes and inorganic materials.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Employed as a doping agent to modify the electrical or optical properties of advanced ceramic and glass materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a standard or reagent in spectroscopic analysis and other analytical techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Hexachloroosmate(IV) Hydrate, 38.0-41.0% Os
CAS No.	207683-17-8
Molecular Formula	Na2[OsCl6]·xH2O
Molecular Weight	481.90 (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Sodium Hexachloroosmate(IV); Sodium Osmium Hexachloride; Disodium Hexachloroosmate(IV) Hydrate; Osmium Sodium Chloride; Sodium Chloroosmate; Osmic Sodium Chloride; Na2OsCl6 Hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Sodium Hexachloroosmate(IV) Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay (osmium content), identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications for catalytic and materials applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Os content)	38.0 - 41.0 %
Water Content (KF)	Contact for details
Chloride Content	Contact for details
Insolubles	< 0.5 %

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