Description

Platinum(+2) Cation is a key inorganic compound, specifically the divalent platinum ion, identified by CAS NO 70903-55-8. This material is a fundamental precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis, valued for its unique electronic properties and reactivity. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of fine chemical synthesis, materials development, and the production of specialized catalysts.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a critical starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous platinum-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, oxidation, and fuel cell reactions.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Used in electroplating baths to deposit thin, conductive, and corrosion-resistant platinum films on electronic components and jewelry.
• Materials Research: A fundamental reagent for developing novel platinum-containing complexes, coordination polymers, and nanomaterials with tailored optical or magnetic properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of platinum-based anticancer drugs and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Sensor Technology: Utilized in the fabrication of chemical sensors and biosensors where platinum's catalytic activity is harnessed for detection.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or reagent in specialized organic transformations, including cross-coupling and C-H activation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Platinum(+2) Cation
CAS No.	70903-55-8
Molecular Formula	Pt²⁺
Molecular Weight	195.08 g/mol (atomic weight of Pt)
Synonyms	Platinum(II) ion; Platinum(2+) ion; Platinous ion; Divalent platinum cation; Platinum dication; Pt(II); Pt²⁺; Platinum ion (Pt2+)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Platinum(+2) Cation is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. We ensure high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. Comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with each batch to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Solution or Solid (as supplied)
Identification (IR/ICP-MS)	Conforms
Assay (Pt content)	≥ 99.9% (metal basis)
Impurities (ICP-OES)	Contact for details
Chloride (Cl)	< 50 ppm
Nitrate (NO₃)	< 100 ppm

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