Molekula
Guanidine thiocyanate BP
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Guanidine thiocyanate (CAS 593-84-0) is a powerful chaotropic agent primarily used in molecular biology for disrupting hydrogen bonds in nucleic acids, enabling efficient cell lysis and RNA/DNA extraction. It appears as a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of CH5N3 · CHNS and a molecular weight of 118.16 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature, but handle with caution—it carries a **Danger** signal word due to its toxicity and corrosive properties. Molekula supplies Guanidine thiocyanate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystal |
| Assay/Purity | ≥99.0% |
| Water | ≤0.3% |
| Ash | ≤0.4% |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| pH | 11.0 - 11.8 |
| Solubility in water | Passes Test |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036110 |
| CAS Number | 593-84-0 |
| IUPAC Name | guanidine;thiocyanic acid |
| EC Number | 209-812-1 |
| Molecular Formula | CH5N3 · CHNS |
| Molecular Weight | 118.16 |
| Exact Mass | 118.0313 |
| SMILES | C(#N)S.C(=N)(N)N |
| InChIKey | ZJYYHGLJYGJLLN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/CH5N3.CHNS/c2-1(3)4;2-1-3/h(H5,2,3,4);3H |
| PubChem CID | 65046 |
| UN Number | UN1759 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 2929900090 |
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
- EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is guanidine thiocyanate (BP grade) commonly used for?
Guanidine thiocyanate is primarily used as a chaotropic agent in RNA/DNA extraction protocols, disrupting hydrogen bonds in nucleic acids to facilitate purification.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of guanidine thiocyanate?
The molecular formula is **CH₅N₃·CHNS** and the molecular weight is **118.16 g/mol**.
How should guanidine thiocyanate be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grade of guanidine thiocyanate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **British Pharmacopoeia (BP) grade** guanidine thiocyanate, meeting regulatory standards for purity.
Can Molekula supply guanidine thiocyanate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide guanidine thiocyanate in **bulk quantities** upon request, subject to availability and order specifications.
What documentation comes with an order of guanidine thiocyanate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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