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CAS 16921-30-5

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Potassium hexachloroplatinate

Description:
Potassium hexachloroplatinate, with the chemical formula K2[PtCl6], is an inorganic compound that features platinum in its hexavalent state coordinated with six chloride ions. It typically appears as a yellow crystalline solid and is known for its stability and solubility in water. This compound is often used in various applications, including as a precursor in the synthesis of platinum catalysts and in analytical chemistry for the determination of platinum. The presence of potassium ions contributes to its ionic nature, enhancing its solubility in polar solvents. Potassium hexachloroplatinate is also notable for its role in the preparation of other platinum complexes and its use in the field of materials science. When handling this compound, standard safety precautions should be observed, as it can be toxic and may pose environmental hazards. Overall, potassium hexachloroplatinate is an important compound in coordination chemistry and catalysis, reflecting the versatile chemistry of platinum.
Formula:Cl6Pt·2K
InChI:InChI=1S/6ClH.2K.Pt/h6*1H;;;/q;;;;;;2*+1;+4/p-6
InChI key:InChIKey=DPAIVKJGTXERIM-UHFFFAOYSA-H
SMILES:[Pt+4]([Cl-])([Cl-])([Cl-])([Cl-])([Cl-])[Cl-].[K+]
Synonyms:
  • Dipotassium Hexachloroplatinate
  • Dipotassium Hexachloroplatinate(2-)
  • Dipotassium Platinum(+4) Cation Hexachloride
  • Dipotassium hexachloroplatinate (K<sub>2</sub>PtCl<sub>6</sub>)
  • Dipotassium platinum hexachloride
  • NSC 56749
  • PLATINUM(+4)Potassium chloride
  • Platinate(2-), hexachloro-, dipotassium
  • Platinate(2-), hexachloro-, dipotassium, (OC-6-11)-
  • Platinate(2-), hexachloro-, potassium (1:2), (OC-6-11)-
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