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Sodium thiocyanate

SKU 90027050 CAS 540-72-7 CNNaS MW 81.07 Available on enquiry

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Sodium thiocyanate is a chemical compound primarily used as a solvent for cellulose and in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and pesticides. It also serves as a starting material for preparing other thiocyanate salts and is employed as a stabilizing agent. It has the molecular formula CNNaS, a molecular weight of 81.07, and is identified by CAS 540-72-7. Store at ambient temperatures. The signal word is Warning. Molekula supplies Sodium thiocyanate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90027050
CAS Number
540-72-7
IUPAC Name
sodium thiocyanate
EC Number
208-754-4
Molecular Formula
CNNaS
Molecular Weight
81.07
Exact Mass
80.9649
SMILES
C(#N)[S-].[Na+]
InChIKey
VGTPCRGMBIAPIM-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/CHNS.Na/c2-1-3;/h3H;/q;+1/p-1
PubChem CID
516871

Synonyms

  • Haimased
  • NaSCN
  • Natrium rhodanatum
  • Natrium thiocyanat
  • Scyan
  • Sodium rhodanate
  • Sodium rhodanide
  • Sodium sulfocyanate
  • Thiocyanate sodium
  • Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point
287 °C
Vapour Pressure
0.00000004 mmHg

Source: PubChem CID 516871 (PAC Chemical Database, Haz-Map)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sodium thiocyanate used for?

Sodium thiocyanate is commonly used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and as a solvent for polyacrylonitrile.

What are the chemical formula and molecular weight of Sodium thiocyanate?

The chemical formula is CNNaS and the molecular weight is 81.07 g/mol.

How should Sodium thiocyanate be stored?

This product should be stored at ambient temperature.

Can Molekula supply Sodium thiocyanate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Sodium thiocyanate in various quantities ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.

What documentation is provided with an order of Sodium thiocyanate?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

What is the CAS number for Sodium thiocyanate?

The CAS number for Sodium thiocyanate is 540-72-7.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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