Description

Trihydrogen Hexachloroiridate is a specialized inorganic coordination compound of iridium, a precious metal from the platinum group. This material is valued for its role as a high-purity precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis research. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in sectors requiring precise iridium deposition or synthesis of novel iridium-based complexes.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous iridium catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and C-H activation reactions.
• Thin Film Deposition: Used as a precursor in Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) processes for creating iridium or iridium oxide thin films in semiconductor and electro-optical devices.
• Electrochemical Research: Employed in the development of advanced electrodes for water electrolysis, fuel cells, and other electrochemical applications due to iridium's excellent stability.
• Materials Synthesis: A key reagent for preparing novel iridium coordination complexes with potential applications in photophysics, including OLEDs and luminescent sensors.
• Analytical Standard: Used as a certified reference material for the calibration of analytical instruments in precious metal analysis and environmental testing.
• Surface Coating: Applied in specialized coatings where the exceptional corrosion resistance and hardness of iridium are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trihydrogen Hexachloroiridate
CAS No.	36732-55-5
Molecular Formula	H3IrCl6
Molecular Weight	439.93 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexachloroiridic(III) Acid; Iridic(III) Chloride Acid; Hydrogen Hexachloroiridate(III); Iridium Trichloride Acid; Chloroiridic Acid; H3IrCl6; Iridium(III) Chloride Hydrate; Iridium Chloride Hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Trihydrogen Hexachloroiridate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed for critical parameters including iridium content, chloride content, and trace metal impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results 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 at room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black crystalline solid or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Iridium Content)	≥ 43.0% (as Ir)
Chloride Content	To match theoretical value
Purity (HPLC)	Contact for details
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	≤ 100 ppm total
Solubility	Soluble in water, alcohols

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