Description

Iridium Acetate is an organometallic compound of the precious metal iridium, serving as a versatile precursor in advanced material synthesis and catalysis. Its primary value lies in providing a soluble and reactive source of iridium for the development of high-performance catalysts and functional materials. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and electronics industries, particularly for applications requiring precise metal deposition or specialized catalytic activity.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and C-H activation reactions.
• Electrochemical Research: Used in the development of electrodes and electrocatalysts for fuel cells, water electrolysis, and other energy conversion devices.
• Material Science: Employed in the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) of iridium and iridium oxide thin films for electronic and optical coatings.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specialized organic transformations and fine chemical production.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of complex molecules where iridium-catalyzed steps are critical.
• Sensor Technology: A component in the fabrication of sensitive chemical and biological sensors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iridium Acetate
CAS No.	37598-27-9
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Iridium(III) acetate; Diiridium hexaacetate; Acetic acid, iridium(3+) salt; Iridium triacetate; Iridium acetate hydrate; Iridium acetate solution; Ir(OAc)3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Iridium Acetate 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 specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle and store this material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black solid or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Iridium content)	≥ Contact for details %
Purity (HPLC)	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in select organic solvents

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