Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+

Name: Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014248

About Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+

Sodium thiocyanate (CAS 540-72-7) is an alkali metal compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals in AR grade at a purity of ≥99%. The compound has the formula CNNaS, corresponding to a molecular weight of 81.07 g/mol. It is also known as Sodium isothiocyanate or Sodium rhodanate.

The material typically appears as a white crystalline powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 287 °C (dec.). Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 7 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for materials research and chemical synthesis. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Sodium thiocyanate in 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-014248
CAS Number	540-72-7
IUPAC name	sodium thiocyanate
Molecular formula	CNNaS
Molecular weight	81.07 g/mol
Exact mass	80.9649
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	28429090
InChIKey	VGTPCRGMBIAPIM-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	C(#N)[S-].[Na+]
PubChem CID	516871

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Melting point	287 °C (dec.)
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	24.8 Å²
Synonyms	Sodium isothiocyanate, Sodium rhodanate, Sodium rhodanide, Sodium sulfocyanate, Thiocyanate sodium, Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt, Natrium rhodanatum, Natrium thiocyanat, Sodium thiocyanide, Sodium sulfocyanide, Thiocyanate, sodium

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302+H312+H332Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P321, P330, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P501

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 540-72-7

Extra Pure

Sodium thiocyanate, 99%

CAS: 540-72-7
Formula: CNNaS
MW: 81.07 g/mol

VQ-014247

Molecular Biology

Sodium thiocyanate, for molecular biology 98.00%

CAS: 540-72-7
Formula: CNNaS
MW: 81.07 g/mol

VQ-046894

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+ is 540-72-7. It is also known as Sodium isothiocyanate, Sodium rhodanate, Sodium rhodanide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+?

Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+ has the molecular formula CNNaS and a molecular weight of 81.07 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sodium thiocyanate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+ in AR (≥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 Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Sodium thiocyanate, GR 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 Sodium thiocyanate, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Sodium thiocyanate, GR 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.