Molekula
Platinum(II) bromide
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Platinum(II) bromide is a coordination compound of platinum and bromine, primarily used in organic synthesis, catalysis, and as a precursor for platinum-based materials. It serves as a reagent in cross-coupling reactions and is valuable in research for its role in forming carbon-carbon bonds. This chemical has a CAS number of 13455-12-4, with the molecular formula PtBr₂ and a molecular weight of 354.89. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety. Molekula supplies Platinum(II) bromide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 g — £110.00 per pack ex VAT · £132.00 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | khaki to brown powder |
| Assay | ≥97.5 % |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90035952 |
| CAS Number | 13455-12-4 |
| IUPAC Name | dibromoplatinum |
| Molecular Formula | PtBr2 |
| Molecular Weight | 354.89 |
| Exact Mass | 354.7994 |
| SMILES | Br[Pt]Br |
| InChIKey | KGRJUMGAEQQVFK-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2BrH.Pt/h2*1H;/q;;+2/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 83486 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28439000 |
| Tariff Code | 2843909000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P332+313 IF skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Dibromoplatinum
- Platinous bromide
- PLATINUM BROMIDE
- Platinum bromide (PtBr2)
- Platinum dibromide
- Platinum(2+) dibromide
- PLATINUM(2+) ION DIBROMIDE
- Platinum(II) dibromide
- PtBr2
Frequently asked questions
What is Platinum(II) bromide commonly used for?
Platinum(II) bromide is primarily used in organic synthesis as a catalyst, particularly in hydroamination and hydroarylation reactions, and in the preparation of platinum complexes for research and industrial applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Platinum(II) bromide?
The chemical formula is PtBr₂, and the molecular weight is 354.89 g/mol.
How should Platinum(II) bromide be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizers or moisture.
What grades of Platinum(II) bromide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical grade Platinum(II) bromide; please contact us for specifications on purity and trace metals.
Can Molekula supply Platinum(II) bromide in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Platinum(II) bromide in bulk—minimum order quantities and packaging options are available upon request.
What documentation comes with an order of Platinum(II) bromide?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet detailing purity and hazards.
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