Potassium ferrocyanide, 99%

Name: Potassium ferrocyanide, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000082

About Potassium ferrocyanide, 99%

Listed under CAS 14459-95-1, Potassium ferrocyanide is an analytical reagent available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of ≥99%. The compound has the formula C6H6FeK4N6O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 422.39 g/mol. Systematically, it is named tetrapotassium. Iron(2+). Hexacyanide. Trihydrate. Common synonyms include Yellow prussiate and Potassium hexacyanoferrate(II) trihydrate.

In its supplied form it is pale yellow crystalline. Key physical data: a melting point of 70 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include water treatment and laboratory analysis. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Potassium ferrocyanide is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Water treatment
Laboratory analysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium ferrocyanide, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000082
CAS Number	14459-95-1
IUPAC name	tetrapotassium;iron(2+);hexacyanide;trihydrate
Molecular formula	C₆H₆FeK₄N₆O₃
Molecular weight	422.39 g/mol
Exact mass	421.8399
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	28372030
InChIKey	UTYXJYFJPBYDKY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[C-]#N.[C-]#N.[C-]#N.[C-]#N.[C-]#N.[C-]#N.O.O.O.[K+].[K+].[K+].[K+].[Fe+2]
PubChem CID	161067

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	Pale yellow crystalline
Melting point	70 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 15
TPSA	146 Å²
Synonyms	Yellow prussiate, Potassium hexacyanoferrate(II) trihydrate, Potassium ferricyanide trihydrate, Ferrate(4-), hexakis(cyano-C)-, tetrapotassium, trihydrate, (OC-6-11)-, POTASSIUM (OC-6-11)-HEXAKIS(CYANO-kappaC)FERRATE(4-) (4:1) TRIHYDATE, Potassium ferrocyanide trihydrate, Potassium ferrocyanide trihyrate, Potassium hexacyanoferrate (II) trihydrate, Potassium hexacyanoferrate (II) trihydrate ACS grade, Potassium hexacyanoferrate (II) trihydrate, Trace metals grade, 99.99%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P273

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

Other grades of CAS 14459-95-1

EP / AR

Potassium ferrocyanide, EP, AR

CAS: 14459-95-1
Formula: C₆H₆FeK₄N₆O₃
MW: 422.39 g/mol

VQ-047225

AR

Potassium ferrocyanide, GR 99%+

CAS: 14459-95-1
Formula: C₆H₆FeK₄N₆O₃
MW: 422.39 g/mol

VQ-000083

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Potassium ferrocyanide, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium ferrocyanide, 99% is 14459-95-1. It is also known as Yellow prussiate, Potassium hexacyanoferrate(II) trihydrate, Potassium ferricyanide trihydrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Potassium ferrocyanide, 99%?

Potassium ferrocyanide, 99% has the molecular formula C6H6FeK4N6O3 and a molecular weight of 422.39 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Potassium ferrocyanide, 99% can I order?

We supply Potassium ferrocyanide, 99% in (≥99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium ferrocyanide, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium ferrocyanide, 99% 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 Potassium ferrocyanide, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium ferrocyanide, 99% is classified as hazardous, 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.