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Platinum(II) chloride, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Platinum(II) chloride is used as a catalyst for a variety of C-C bond, C-O bond, and C-N bond formation reactions. It acts as a precursor to prepare other platinum compounds such as cisplatin and dichloro(cycloocta-1,5-diene)platinum(II).
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Platinum(II) chloride is used as a catalyst for a variety of C-C bond, C-O bond, and C-N bond formation reactions. It acts as a precursor to prepare other platinum compounds such as cisplatin and dichloro(cycloocta-1,5-diene)platinum(II).
Solubility
Soluble in ammonia and hydrochloric acid. Insoluble in water, alcohol and ether.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 581°C (decomposition) |
Quantity | 1 g |
Linear Formula | PtCl2 |
UN Number | UN3260 |
Merck Index | 14,7528 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in ammonia and hydrochloric acid. Insoluble in water,alcohol and ether. |
Formula Weight | 266 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Density | 5.87 |
Chemical Name or Material | Platinum(II) chloride |
RUO – Research Use Only
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