Description

Potassium Chromic Cyanide is a specialized inorganic coordination compound with the CAS number 13601-11-1. This chemical is valued in industrial processes for its unique combination of chromium and cyanide ligands, which impart specific reactivity and complexing properties. It is primarily utilized in advanced material synthesis, electroplating, and as a catalyst precursor in specialized organic transformations.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex chromium-based coordination compounds and organometallics.
• Specialized electroplating and surface treatment processes for depositing chromium alloys.
• Catalyst precursor in selective organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Laboratory reagent for analytical chemistry and research in inorganic chemistry.
• Potential use in the preparation of pigments and dyes with specific colorfast properties.
• Component in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes for thin-film materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Chromic Cyanide
CAS No.	13601-11-1
Molecular Formula	K3[Cr(CN)6]
Molecular Weight	325.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Hexacyanochromate(III); Potassium Chromium Cyanide; Chromium Potassium Cyanide; Tripotassium Hexacyanochromate; Chromium Potassium Hexacyanide; Potassium Chromicyanide; K3Cr(CN)6
EINECS	237-108-3

Quality Control

Our Potassium Chromic Cyanide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is tested against rigorous in-house specifications, which typically include assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (K3[Cr(CN)6])	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1 %

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