Description

Barium Thiocyanate Hydrate is an inorganic salt compound with the CAS number 336879-43-7. This specialty chemical is valued for its role as a source of thiocyanate ions and barium cations in various synthesis and industrial processes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research laboratories in sectors such as chemical synthesis, pyrotechnics, and analytical chemistry.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent or intermediate in the preparation of other thiocyanate compounds and complex metal salts.
• Pyrotechnics and Fireworks: Used in the formulation of green-colored flames and specific pyrotechnic effects.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a precipitating agent or a standard in titration methods for halide analysis.
• Textile and Dyeing: Serves as a mordant or auxiliary agent in certain dyeing processes.
• Photography (Historical Processes): Used in some specialized photographic developing and toning solutions.
• Research & Development: A versatile compound for material science research and the development of new catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Barium Thiocyanate Hydrate
CAS No.	336879-43-7
Molecular Formula	Ba(SCN)₂·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (Anhydrous: 253.49 g/mol)
Synonyms	Barium dithiocyanate hydrate; Thiocyanic acid, barium salt, hydrate; Barium rhodanide hydrate; Barium sulfocyanate hydrate; Barium(II) thiocyanate hydrate; Barium isothiocyanate hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Barium Thiocyanate Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, heavy metal content, and loss on drying. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial and research applications.

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, it is essential to keep the container tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and handling. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Ba(SCN)₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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