Hexaammineruthenium(III) chloride
CAS 14282-91-8
Hexaammineruthenium chloride is electrochemistry's reference redox probe — the outer-sphere Ru(III)/Ru(II) couple used to validate electrodes and, critically, the standard mediator in electrochemical DNA and glucose biosensors.
Typical specification
| Molecular formula | [Ru(NH₃)₆]Cl₃ |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 309.61 |
| Assay | ≥ 98% |
| Ruthenium content | ≥ 32.6% |
| Appearance | White to pale-yellow crystals |
| Water solubility | Soluble |
| HS code (export) | 2843900099 |
Lot-specific COA issued with every shipment. SDS and ICP elemental impurity data available on request.
Where [Ru(NH₃)₆]Cl₃ is used
Biosensor mediator chemistry
The signaling redox mediator in electrochemical DNA quantification and continuous glucose-monitoring research — a use that demands lot-to-lot electrochemical reproducibility, which we certify by CV on request.
Electrode characterization
The textbook outer-sphere probe for measuring electroactive surface area and electron-transfer kinetics on carbon, gold and modified electrodes.
Storage and shipping
Storage. Store sealed, cool and dry, protected from light.
Shipping. Ships by commercial courier with SDS.
Packaging. 250 mg · 1 g · 5 g · 25 g
Synonyms
- Ruthenium hexaammine trichloride
- Hexaammineruthenium trichloride
- Ru(NH3)6Cl3
- RuHex
Frequently asked questions
Can you certify electrochemical performance?
Yes — cyclic voltammetry reference data against a standard electrode can be included with the COA for biosensor and diagnostics customers who need functional lot acceptance.
How is pricing structured?
Quotes reference the day's ruthenium price on assayed contained metal plus a stated conversion charge; ruthenium's low price among PGMs makes it the economical choice wherever it can do the job.
What documentation is included?
Every lot ships with a certificate of analysis stating assayed metal content, plus an English SDS. ICP trace-metal panels are available on request.