Potassium tetraiodoplatinate(II)

• CAT Number: M055120
• CAS Number: 14708-56-6
• Molecular Formula: I4K2Pt
• Molecular Weight: 780.89
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: POTASSIUM TETRAIODOPLATINATE
• Storage: Store at -20C

Potassium tetraiodoplatinate(II)（Cat No.:M055120）, with the chemical formula K₂[PtI₄], is a coordination compound featuring platinum bonded to four iodide ions, balanced by two potassium ions. This dark brown crystalline solid is soluble in water and displays characteristic properties of platinum complexes, including potential applications in photovoltaic cells and catalysis. It’s often used in the chemical synthesis of other platinum compounds and as a starting material in the preparation of catalysts. The compound is also studied for its interesting optical and electronic properties, which may have implications in materials science research.