Description

Cyanic Acid is a simple, highly reactive organic compound that serves as a fundamental building block in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile precursor for the production of more complex cyanates, carbamates, and heterocyclic compounds. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and carbamate-based drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the manufacture of certain herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers, cyanate ester resins, and adhesives with high thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing the cyanate functional group into target molecules in research and development.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyanic Acid
CAS No.	420-05-3
Molecular Formula	CHNO
Molecular Weight	43.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Hydrogen cyanate; Cyanic acid monomer; Formonitrile acid; Isocyanic acid (tautomer); HNCO; Carbimide; Fulminic acid (isomer); Hydrocyanic acid (note: distinct from HCN)
EINECS	206-991-8

Quality Control

Our Cyanic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat and ignition sources. For long-term stability, storage under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen is recommended. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless liquid or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC/Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Related Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0% total

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