Description

Hypothiocyanite Ion is a potent antimicrobial agent naturally produced in biological systems. This compound matters for its broad-spectrum biocidal activity against bacteria, fungi, and viruses, making it a critical component in advanced disinfection and defense applications. It is needed by industries focused on healthcare, food safety, and water treatment, where effective and sometimes enzymatic-based microbial control is paramount.

Application

• Enzymatic Disinfection Systems: A key active agent in lactoperoxidase-thiocyanate-hydrogen peroxide (LPOS) systems for sanitizing surfaces, equipment, and sensitive materials.
• Healthcare & Medical Device Sterilization: Used in formulations for disinfecting medical instruments and in research for novel antimicrobial therapies.
• Food & Beverage Preservation: Employed as a natural antimicrobial to extend shelf-life and ensure safety in dairy, meat, and beverage processing.
• Oral Care Products: Incorporated into mouthwashes and toothpastes for its ability to combat oral pathogens and promote gingival health.
• Water Treatment: Applied in advanced oxidation and biocidal processes for controlling microbial growth in industrial water systems.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Serves as a preservative and active ingredient in products requiring gentle yet effective microbial protection.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a reagent in studies of innate immunity, oxidative stress, and enzymatic pathways.
• Agricultural Biocides: Explored for use in protecting crops and post-harvest produce from bacterial and fungal diseases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hypothiocyanite Ion
CAS No.	63296-34-4
Molecular Formula	OSCN-
Molecular Weight	74.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Hypothiocyanite; Hypothiocyanite anion; OSCN-; Sulfocyanic acid, ion(1-); Thiocyanic acid, ion(1-); Lactoperoxidase system intermediate; Antimicrobial OSCN; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hypothiocyanite Ion is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. While specific grades are available, our standard quality control includes verification of identity, assay, and purity by appropriate analytical methods such as UV-Vis spectroscopy and titration. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at recommended temperatures (typically 2-8°C for solutions) to maintain stability. Due to its nature as an easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and light-sensitive compound, prolonged exposure to air, heat, or light should be avoided to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Solution)	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (UV-Vis)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
pH (as supplied)	Specified range per grade
Related Substances	Meets internal specifications
Microbial Limits	Absent (for sterile grades)

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