Description

Potassium Hexacyanoruthenate(II) Hydrate is a coordination compound of ruthenium, valued for its role as a versatile precursor in advanced materials synthesis and catalysis. This high-purity inorganic salt is essential for research and industrial processes requiring precise ruthenium sources. It is primarily utilized by the chemical manufacturing, electronics, and academic research sectors for developing catalysts, electroplating baths, and specialized inorganic materials.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for synthesizing ruthenium-based homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and fine chemical synthesis.
• Electroplating & Surface Finishing: Used in electroplating baths to deposit ruthenium or ruthenium alloy coatings for enhanced wear resistance, electrical conductivity, and corrosion protection on electronic components and jewelry.
• Materials Science Research: Acts as a fundamental reagent for the preparation of novel coordination polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other functional inorganic materials with tailored electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Employed as a potential precursor for the CVD growth of ruthenium thin films in semiconductor and microelectronics fabrication.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a standard or reagent in spectroscopic analysis and other laboratory techniques for ruthenium quantification and study.
• Electrochemical Studies: Utilized in research on fuel cells, batteries, and sensors to investigate ruthenium's electrochemical behavior and develop new electrode materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Hexacyanoruthenate(II) Hydrate
CAS No.	339268-21-2
Molecular Formula	K4[Ru(CN)6]·xH2O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (Anhydrous: 481.56 g/mol)
Synonyms	Potassium Ruthenium Cyanide Hydrate; Potassium Ruthenocyanide; Potassium Hexacyanoruthenate(2-) Hydrate; Tetrapotassium Hexacyanoruthenate(II) Hydrate; K4Ru(CN)6 Hydrate; Ruthenium Potassium Cyanide; Potassium Ruthenium(II) Cyanide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Potassium Hexacyanoruthenate(II) Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Standard quality parameters include assay (ruthenium content), identification by FT-IR, and control of key metallic impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, strong bases, and fluorides. The hydrate form may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Ru content)	≥ 20.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	Contact for details
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.005%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005%

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