Description

Potassium Tricyanomethanide is an organometallic salt of significant interest in synthetic and coordination chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring a tricyanomethanide anion, makes it a valuable precursor for the synthesis of complex molecules and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on advanced material science, catalysis, and the development of novel chemical entities.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing the tricyanomethanide functional group into target molecules.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of novel electronic or magnetic materials due to its potential charge-transfer properties.
• Catalysis Development: Investigated as a component or precursor in catalytic systems for specialized chemical transformations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research-scale synthesis of complex heterocycles and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Analytical Chemistry: May be used as a standard or reagent in specific analytical methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Tricyanomethanide
CAS No.	34171-69-2
Molecular Formula	C4KN3
Molecular Weight	145.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Tricyanomethanide; Potassium Tricyanomethanide Salt; Tricyanomethanide Potassium Salt; Potassium Carbonitrile (C(CN)3) Salt; Potassium Cyanoform; Potassium (Tricyanomethyl); Potassium Tris(cyano)methanide
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Tricyanomethanide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Handle and store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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