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High-purity osmium and osmium compounds for research & industry. Reliable delivery, consulting and customized solutions from ChemPUR.
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Physical Properties
Melting Point
3,045.0°C
Boiling Point
5,027.0°C
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Why is ChemPUR the right partner for osmium?
ChemPUR is your reliable partner for the procurement of osmium and osmium compounds when quality, availability, and expertise are paramount. We offer high-purity to ultra-high-purity materials specifically suited for demanding applications in research, development, and industry. Thanks to our international dealer network, we are able to reliably procure and provide even rare osmium products.
Furthermore, we support you with technical consulting in the selection of suitable products, purities, and dosage forms. Especially with sensitive substances such as osmium tetroxide, you benefit from our experience in safe packaging and delivery. As a family-run company, we place great value on personal support, short communication channels, and long-term cooperation. This ensures you receive not just a product, but a well-conceived solution for your application.
What is osmium and what is it used for?
Osmium is a rare precious metal from the platinum group, characterized by high density and unique chemical properties. In research and industry, it is primarily used where precise results and specific material properties are required. Typical applications are found in materials research, catalyst development, and analytical procedures.
An important compound is osmium(VIII) oxide (osmium tetroxide), which is used, among other things, as an oxidizing agent in organic synthesis and as a contrast agent in electron microscopy. These versatile applications make osmium a sought-after material in demanding research and development projects. However, this requires high purity and reliable quality, as provided by ChemPUR.
What purities do you offer for osmium?
We offer osmium and its compounds in high to ultra-high purity to meet the requirements of modern research and industrial applications. Typical grades are, for example, in the range of 99.9%, ensuring reproducible results and high process reliability.
These purity levels are particularly important for applications in analytics, materials research, or complex syntheses where impurities can significantly affect the result. Through our quality standards and ISO 9001 certification, we ensure that you consistently receive high-quality products. At the same time, we are happy to advise you on selecting the appropriate purity for your specific application to achieve an optimal balance between quality and cost-effectiveness.
In what forms is osmium available?
At ChemPUR, osmium is specifically available in the forms most important for research and industry: as elemental osmium in powder form and as osmium(VIII) oxide (osmium tetroxide). These two forms are particularly relevant as they cover the central areas of application for osmium.
- Osmium powder is primarily used in materials research, the development of alloys, and in catalytic applications. The focus here is on the processing of the pure metal.
- Osmium(VIII) oxide, on the other hand, is one of the element’s most important chemical compounds. It is used specifically where reactive properties are required – for example, as an oxidizing agent in organic synthesis or as a contrast agent in electron microscopy. Due to its properties, it is supplied in specially secured, ampouled packaging.
By focusing clearly on these two forms, you receive exactly the variants that are most frequently required in practice and are crucial for demanding applications.
How is osmium stored safely?
The safe storage of osmium depends significantly on its chemical form. While elemental osmium is relatively stable, osmium(VIII) oxide in particular requires special precautions due to its reactivity and volatility. Therefore, we supply corresponding products in suitable, safe packaging such as ampouled containers.
Cool, well-ventilated areas and appropriate safety precautions in accordance with the respective safety data sheets are recommended for storage. In laboratory environments, care should also be taken to use suitable protective equipment and fume hood systems. We support you not only in selecting the right product but also with instructions for safe handling and storage. This ensures that your processes run both efficiently and safely.
Do you offer custom solutions for osmium?
Yes, at ChemPUR, we offer customized solutions and special fabrications in the field of osmium beyond our standard portfolio. These include, for example, specific purities, individual container sizes, or the project-related procurement of special osmium compounds.
Especially in research and development, tailored materials are often crucial to the success of a project. Therefore, we support you early on in defining your requirements and checking technical feasibility. Thanks to our international network, we can also realize complex or rare specifications. You receive custom-fit solutions from us that are precisely matched to your application – reliable, efficient, and in the desired quality.
Do you provide support in selecting osmium products?
We provide comprehensive support in selecting the right osmium product. Due to the variety of possible forms, purities, and applications, the selection can be complex – especially in specialized research or development projects. Our experts advise you on choosing the suitable material, tailored to your application, process, and quality requirements. In doing so, we consider both technical and economic aspects. Through our close cooperation with customers and our many years of experience in the field of fine chemicals, you receive a well-founded recommendation that saves you time and avoids incorrect decisions. This ensures you receive exactly the product that optimally fits your needs.