Platinum(II)-ammonium chloride Property

Melting point:

140 °C (dec.)(lit.)

Density 

2.936 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

storage temp. 

under inert gas (nitrogen or Argon) at 2-8°C

solubility 

soluble in H2O; insoluble in ethanol

form 

Crystals

Specific Gravity

2.936

color 

Pink

Water Solubility 

Soluble

Sensitive 

Hygroscopic

Merck 

13,553

Exposure limits

ACGIH: TWA 0.002 mg/m3
NIOSH: IDLH 4 mg/m3; TWA 0.002 mg/m3

InChIKey

QJIMNDWDOXTTBR-UHFFFAOYSA-L

CAS DataBase Reference

13820-41-2(CAS DataBase Reference)

EPA Substance Registry System

Platinate(2-), tetrachloro-, ammonium (1:2), (SP-4-1)- (13820-41-2)

Safety

Hazard Codes 

T

Risk Statements 

25-38-41-42/43-28

Safety Statements 

22-26-36/37/39-45

RIDADR 

3288

WGK Germany 

1

RTECS 

TP1840000

TSCA 

Yes

HazardClass 

6.1(b)

PackingGroup 

III

HS Code 

28439090

Toxicity

LD50 ipr-mus: 60 mg/kg TXAPA9 49,41,79

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swalloed

H315Causes skin irritation

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

H318Causes serious eye damage

H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

Precautionary statements

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P302+P352IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.

Platinum(II)-ammonium chloride Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Description

Ammonium tetrachloroplatinate is a darkrubyred crystalline solid. Molecular weight= 372.96; Specific gravity=2.93; Freezing/Melting point= 140- 150℃.Soluble in water.

Chemical Properties

light brown orange to red crystalline powder

Chemical Properties

Ammonium tetrachloroplatinate is a dark ruby-red crystalline solid.

Uses

in photography. ICU

Uses

Ammonium tetrachloroplatinate(II) is used in spectral analysis standard. It is also used in the preparation of platinum sponge and platinum catalytic agent.

Definition

ChEBI: Ammonium tetrachloroplatinate is a salt comprising separate ammonium cations and square planar [PtCl4](2-) anions. It contains a tetrachloroplatinate(2-).

Safety Profile

Poison by intraperitoneal route. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of NH3, Cl-, and Pt.

Potential Exposure

This material is used in photography.

First aid

If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least 15 min, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure,begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions, including resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR if heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention. Give large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit.

storage

Color Code—Green: General storage may be used.It is a skin and inhalation sensitizer; the Color Code—Bluemay be used. Prior to working with this chemical you shouldbe trained on its proper handling and storage. Store in tightlyclosed containers in a cool, well-ventilated area away fromoxidizers, strong acids, strong bases.

Shipping

UN3077 Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s., Hazard class: 9; Labels: 9-Miscellaneous hazardous material, Technical Name Required.

Incompatibilities

Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates, nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine, bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions. Keep away from alkaline materials, strong bases, strong acids, oxoacids, epoxides.