Description

Barium Tetracyanoplatinate(II) Dihydrate is a coordination compound of platinum and barium with cyanide ligands. This specialized inorganic material is valued for its unique electronic and structural properties, making it a subject of interest in advanced materials research and development. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and material scientists in academic, government, and industrial R&D laboratories.

Application

• Advanced Materials Research: Investigated as a precursor or model compound for developing novel inorganic frameworks and coordination polymers.
• Catalysis Development: Studied for potential catalytic properties, particularly in reactions where platinum complexes are active.
• Electrochemical Studies: Used in fundamental research on electron transfer processes and the electrochemistry of cyanide-bridged complexes.
• Spectroscopic Reference: Serves as a standard or reference material in spectroscopic analysis (e.g., IR, Raman) due to its distinct cyanide stretching vibrations.
• Solid-State Chemistry: A compound of interest for studying crystal engineering, magnetic properties, and structure-property relationships in inorganic solids.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of other platinum-containing complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Barium Tetracyanoplatinate(II) Dihydrate
CAS No.	699012-72-1
Molecular Formula	Ba[Pt(CN)4]·2H2O
Molecular Weight	508.56 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Barium Tetracyanoplatinate Dihydrate; Barium Platinocyanide Dihydrate; Tetracyanoplatinate(II) Barium Salt Dihydrate; Barium Platinum Cyanide Dihydrate; Barium Hexacyanoplatinate(2-) Dihydrate (common misnomer); Barium(II) Tetracyanoplatinate(II) Dihydrate; Platinum Barium Cyanide Complex
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Quality Control

Our Barium Tetracyanoplatinate(II) Dihydrate is produced and handled under strict quality protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, which includes results from techniques such as elemental analysis (EA), inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and infrared spectroscopy (IR). We are committed to supplying materials that meet the exacting standards of the research community.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Pt content)	≥ 38.0 % (by ICP-MS)
Purity (by EA)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	6.0 - 8.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %

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