Description

Sodium Thiocyanate is an inorganic salt widely used as a versatile chemical intermediate and reagent. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a source of the thiocyanate ion (SCN⁻), which is integral to numerous industrial and synthetic processes. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and textile industries seeking reliable raw materials for production. We supply high-purity Sodium Thiocyanate CAS NO 540-72-7 to meet the stringent demands of global industrial applications.

Application

Sodium Thiocyanate serves as a critical component in a diverse range of industrial sectors. Its applications are driven by the reactivity of the thiocyanate functional group.

• Chemical Synthesis: A key precursor and catalyst in the production of various organic chemicals, including pharmaceuticals and pesticides.
• Textile Processing: Used in fiber modification and as a solvent in the acrylic fiber spinning process.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a reagent for the qualitative and quantitative determination of ferric ions (Fe³⁺).
• Photography: Functions in photographic fixing and toning solutions.
• Metal Extraction & Plating: Acts as a complexing agent in the extraction and electroplating of certain metals.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Used in formulations to protect metal surfaces in industrial cooling systems.
• Laboratory Research: Serves as a standard and reagent in various biochemical and pharmacological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Thiocyanate
CAS No.	540-72-7
Molecular Formula	NaSCN
Molecular Weight	81.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Rhodanide; Sodium Sulfocyanate; Thiocyanic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Isothiocyanate; Sodium Thiocyanide; NaSCN; Sodioisotiocianato
EINECS	208-754-4

Quality Control

Our Sodium Thiocyanate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and physical characterization, to meet or exceed standard industry specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee product integrity and support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.1 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.