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Ammonium thiocyanate
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Ammonium thiocyanate is an inorganic salt with the formula NH4SCN, widely used as a reagent in chemical synthesis, electroplating, and as a corrosion inhibitor. It also serves as a nitrogen source in analytical chemistry and as a precursor in the production of other thiocyanate derivatives. This chemical has a CAS number of 1762-95-4 and a molecular weight of 76.12 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies ammonium thiocyanate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — $38.00 per pack
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30 g — $43.70 per pack
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1 kg — $59.00 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.10% |
| Assay | ≥98% |
| Moisture | ≤2.0% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤0.002% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.0005% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.06% |
| pH (5% aq. sol.) | 4.5 - 6 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
For research use only. Not for human use.
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless, hygroscopic crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 149.6 °C |
| Density | 1.3057 g/cm³ |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000715 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 15666 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 18466896 |
| CAS Number | 1762-95-4 |
| IUPAC Name | azanium thiocyanate |
| EC Number | 217-175-6 |
| Molecular Formula | NH4SCN |
| Molecular Weight | 76.12 |
| Exact Mass | 76.0095 |
| SMILES | C(#N)[S-].[NH4+] |
| InChIKey | SOIFLUNRINLCBN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/CHNS.H3N/c2-1-3;/h3H;1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 15666 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 2842908080 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- EUH032 Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Ammonium isothiocyanate
- Ammonium rhodanate
- Ammonium rhodanide
- Ammonium sulfocyanate
- Ammonium sulfocyanide
- Ammoniumrhodanid
- Rhodanine, ammonium salt
- Thiocyanic acid, ammonium salt
- Trans-aid
- Weedazol tl
Frequently asked questions
What is ammonium thiocyanate commonly used for?
Ammonium thiocyanate is primarily used as a reagent in analytical chemistry (e.g., for detecting iron and cobalt), in electroplating, and as a corrosion inhibitor in some industrial applications.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of ammonium thiocyanate?
The molecular formula is **NH₄SCN**, and the molecular weight is **76.12 g/mol**.
How should ammonium thiocyanate be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture, oxidizing agents, and incompatible substances.
What grades of ammonium thiocyanate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical/industrial grade** ammonium thiocyanate; please contact us for specifications on purity and quality.
Can Molekula supply ammonium thiocyanate in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can supply ammonium thiocyanate in bulk—minimum order quantities and packaging options vary; please inquire for details.
What documentation comes with an order of ammonium thiocyanate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and a product specification sheet.
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