Description

Thiocyanate CAS NO 302-04-5 is a versatile inorganic anion with the chemical formula SCN⁻, widely used as a key building block and reagent in industrial synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to form stable complexes with various metal ions, making it indispensable for extraction and analytical processes. This compound is essential for manufacturers and research facilities in sectors such as mining, pharmaceuticals, and chemical analysis.

Application

• Mining & Metallurgy: As a lixiviant and complexing agent for the extraction and recovery of precious metals like gold and silver.
• Chemical Synthesis: A crucial precursor for producing thiocyanate salts, organic thiocyanates, and other sulfur-containing compounds.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a reagent for the colorimetric determination and titration of ferric ions (Fe³⁺) and other metals.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Applied in specific formulations to inhibit corrosion in closed water systems.
• Textile & Dye Manufacturing: Used in the production of certain dyes and printing auxiliaries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiocyanate
CAS No.	302-04-5
Molecular Formula	SCN⁻ (commonly as KSCN, NaSCN, NH₄SCN)
Molecular Weight	58.08 g/mol (for SCN⁻ ion)
Synonyms	Thiocyanate ion; Rhodanide; Sulfocyanate; Isothiocyanate anion; Thiocyanic acid ion; Sulfocyanic acid ion; SCN⁻; Rhodanid
EINECS	206-064-1

Quality Control

Our Thiocyanate products are manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with testing typically including assay/purity, identification, and control of key impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting compliance with agreed specifications are available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or solution (as salt)
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 8.0
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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