Description

Zinc Thiocyanate is an inorganic salt with the chemical formula Zn(SCN)₂, widely recognized for its utility as a versatile chemical intermediate and catalyst. Its significance lies in its ability to facilitate key reactions in organic synthesis and serve as a precursor for specialized materials. This product is essential for industries including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemical manufacturing, where precise and reliable reagents are critical for process development and production.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or reagent in organic transformations, including the synthesis of thiocyanate derivatives and complex organic molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals requiring high-purity starting materials.
• Agrochemical Production: Serves as a key component in the manufacture of certain pesticides and herbicides.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Employed in specialized electroplating baths and surface modification processes for metals.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a standard or reagent in various analytical and titration methods.
• Research & Development: Provides a fundamental building block for novel material science and chemical research in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Thiocyanate
CAS No.	557-42-6
Molecular Formula	Zn(SCN)₂
Molecular Weight	181.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc dithiocyanate; Zinc rhodanide; Thiocyanic acid, zinc salt; Zinc(II) thiocyanate; Zinc isothiocyanate; Zinc sulfocyanate; Zinc sulfocyanide; Zn(SCN)2
EINECS	209-171-4

Quality Control

Our Zinc Thiocyanate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements and support your quality assurance processes.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Zn(SCN)₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.1 %

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