Potassium tetrachloroplatinate

Potassium chloroplatinate is air stable and contains platinum in oxidation state II. It is highly soluble in water.

Application
Potassium chloroplatinate is used to make supported catalysts. It is a potent sensitizer, so must be handled with appropriate precautions.

Platinum content
46.5 – 47.0 % w/w

Colour
Yellow