Description

Aluminium Thiocyanate CAS NO 538-17-0 is an inorganic salt known for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is valued in industrial processes for its ability to act as a source of thiocyanate ions, which are crucial in various synthesis and surface treatment applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, textile processing, and specialty materials sectors for its specific reactivity.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent or catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the thiocyanate functional group.
• Textile Industry: Used in dyeing and printing processes as a mordant or auxiliary chemical to improve color fastness.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Serves as a component in formulations for metal surface treatment and corrosion-resistant coatings.
• Photographic Chemicals: Employed in the preparation of certain light-sensitive emulsions and photographic developers.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a reagent in specific qualitative and quantitative analytical methods.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used as an additive or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aluminium Thiocyanate
CAS No.	538-17-0
Molecular Formula	Al(SCN)3
Molecular Weight	201.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Aluminum thiocyanate; Aluminum trithiocyanate; Thiocyanic acid, aluminum salt; Aluminium isothiocyanate; Aluminum(III) thiocyanate; Aluminium rhodanide; Aluminum sulfocyanate
EINECS	208-689-7

Quality Control

Our Aluminium Thiocyanate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Al(SCN)3)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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