Description

Potassium Cyanocuprate(I) CAS NO 127711-64-2 is a coordination compound of copper(I) with cyanide and potassium ligands, valued for its utility as a specialized reagent in organic synthesis and materials science. Its primary commercial importance lies in its role as a source of the cyanocuprate anion, which is instrumental in facilitating key carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial-scale chemical synthesis operations within the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a key intermediate or catalyst in cross-coupling reactions, such as the formation of biaryl compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly where copper-mediated coupling steps are required.
• Agrochemical Production: Facilitates the construction of active ingredients in pesticides and herbicides through specialized coupling chemistry.
• Materials Science Research: Acts as a precursor for the deposition of copper-containing thin films or nanomaterials.
• Catalyst Development: Serves as a component in the development of new catalytic systems for industrial chemical processes.
• Laboratory Research & Development: A critical reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Cyanocuprate(I)
CAS No.	127711-64-2
Molecular Formula	K[Cu(CN)2]
Molecular Weight	151.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Dicyanocuprate(I); Potassium Copper(I) Cyanide; Cuprous Potassium Cyanide; Dicyanocuprate(I) Potassium Salt; K[Cu(CN)2]; Potassium Cuprocyanide; Copper Potassium Cyanide
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Each batch is analyzed for critical parameters including purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request. We adhere to a stringent quality management system to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Incompatible with strong acids and organic solvents; store separately from these materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (K[Cu(CN)2])	≥ 98.0%
Moisture Content	≤ 2.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%

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