Methyl thiocyanate, 97%

Name: Methyl thiocyanate, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010901

About Methyl thiocyanate, 97%

Listed under CAS 556-64-9, Methyl thiocyanate is an organosulfur compound available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 97% purity. With the molecular formula C2H3NS, it has a molar mass of 73.12 g/mol. It is also known as Thiocyanic acid methyl ester or Methyl sulfocyanate.

In its supplied form it is a colourless to yellow liquid. Reported physical data include a density of 1.052 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl thiocyanate, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010901
CAS Number	556-64-9
IUPAC name	methyl thiocyanate
Molecular formula	C₂H₃NS
Molecular weight	73.12 g/mol
Exact mass	72.9986
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	2930
InChIKey	VYHVQEYOFIYNJP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CSC#N
PubChem CID	11168

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow liquid
Density	1.052 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	49.1 Å²
UN number	UN 2929
Synonyms	Thiocyanic acid methyl ester, Methyl sulfocyanate, Thiocyanic acid, methyl ester, Methyl rhodanate, Methane, thiocyanato-, CH3SCN, (methylsulfanyl)carbonitrile, thiocyanatomethane, Methyl Rhodanide, methylthiocyanate, Thiocyanic acid, methylester, C2H3NS

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H330Fatal if inhaled
H331Toxic if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P316, P319, P320, P321

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl thiocyanate, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl thiocyanate, 97% is 556-64-9. It is also known as Thiocyanic acid methyl ester, Methyl sulfocyanate, Thiocyanic acid, methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl thiocyanate, 97%?

Methyl thiocyanate, 97% has the molecular formula C2H3NS and a molecular weight of 73.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl thiocyanate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl thiocyanate, 97% can I order?

We supply Methyl thiocyanate, 97% in (97%) grade, in 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl thiocyanate, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl thiocyanate, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Methyl thiocyanate, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl thiocyanate, 97% is classified as hazardous (UN 2929), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.