Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt)

Name: Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt)
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014011

About Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt)

Listed under CAS 16921-30-5, Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt) is an alkali metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals in Puriss grade, specified at 40% purity. Its molecular formula is Cl6K2Pt and its molecular weight is 486.0 g/mol. Systematically, it is named dipotassium. Hexachloroplatinum(2-). It is also known as Dipotassium hexachloroplatinate or Dipotassium platinum hexachloride.

The material typically appears as a yellow to orange powder. Literature values give a melting point of 250 °C (dec.) and a density of 3.344 g/cm3. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span analytical determinations and materials research. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt) in 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g and 25 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical determinations
Materials research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt)
Catalogue No.	VQ-014011
CAS Number	16921-30-5
IUPAC name	dipotassium;hexachloroplatinum(2-)
Molecular formula	Cl₆K₂Pt
Molecular weight	486 g/mol
Exact mass	484.7024
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	40%
HSN code	28439019
InChIKey	DPAIVKJGTXERIM-UHFFFAOYSA-H
SMILES	Cl[Pt-2](Cl)(Cl)(Cl)(Cl)Cl.[K+].[K+]
PubChem CID	61856

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Melting point	250 °C (dec.)
Density	3.344 g/cm3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 3290
Synonyms	Dipotassium hexachloroplatinate, Dipotassium platinum hexachloride, Platinic potassium chloride, Platinum potassium chloride, Potassium chloroplatinate, Potassium platinum(IV) chloride, Potassium platinum(IV) hexachloride, Potassium hexachloroplatinate, Potassium platinic chloride, Dipotassium hexachloroplatinate(2-), Potassium platinum chloride, Platinate(2-), hexachloro-, dipotassium, (OC-6-11)-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P233, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P403, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 16921-30-5

AR

Potassium chloroplatinate, AR

CAS: 16921-30-5
Formula: Cl₆K₂Pt
MW: 486 g/mol

VQ-046510

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt)?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt) is 16921-30-5. It is also known as Dipotassium hexachloroplatinate, Dipotassium platinum hexachloride, Platinic potassium chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt)?

Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt) has the molecular formula Cl6K2Pt and a molecular weight of 486 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt) can I order?

We supply Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt) in Puriss (40%) grade, in 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt)?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt) is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt) be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium chloroplatinate (40% Pt) is classified as hazardous (UN 3290), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.