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What is it?
Ammonium hexachloroplatinate (IV) is a metal primarily used to screen for contact allergy to platinum. It is also used in platinum electroplating, refining, and platinum sponge manufacturing.

How can I avoid it?
Skin contact with ammonium hexachloroplatinate (IV) is required for it to cause a rash. Discontinuation of exposure to products containing ammonium hexachloroplatinate (IV) should result in improvement and/or resolution of your dermatitis. At work, request a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to help identify potential sources of exposure.

Uses:
  • Oxygen sensor in internal combustion engines
  • Chemical industry
  • Electrical industry
  • Dentistry
  • Photography industry
  • Electroplating of platinum
Other names for ammonium hexachloroplatinate (IV):
  • Ammonium chloroplatinate
  • Platinum (IV)-ammonium chloride
  • Ammonium platinic chloride
Potential cross-reacting substances:
  • Other forms of platinum


11-2025

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