| Formula / Notation | PdCl2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 7647-10-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 177.32 |
| Melting Point | 934 °F (DECOMP) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 4 at 64 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | Soluble (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Palladium chloride appears as dark brown crystals. (NTP, 1992) |
| Also Known As | dichloropalladium; Palladium chloride; 7647-10-1; Dichloropalladium; Palladium dichloride; Palladous chloride; Palladium(2+) chloride; PdCl2; Palladium chloride (PdCl2); Enplate activator 440 |
| Category | Laboratory Reagents |
What is Palladium(II) chloride?
Palladium(II) chloride is a palladium coordination entity consisting of palladium(II) bound to two chlorine atoms. It has a role as a catalyst.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: dichloropalladium
Other Names / Synonyms: dichloropalladium; Palladium chloride; 7647-10-1; Dichloropalladium; Palladium dichloride; Palladous chloride; Palladium(2+) chloride; PdCl2; Palladium chloride (PdCl2); Enplate activator 440
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 934 °F (DECOMP) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 4 at 64 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 177.32 |
| Solubility | Soluble (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Palladium chloride appears as dark brown crystals. (NTP, 1992) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Palladium(II) chloride is a palladium coordination entity consisting of palladium(II) bound to two chlorine atoms. It has a role as a catalyst.
Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.
Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Palladium(II) chloride is: PdCl2