Ammonium Sulphocyanide / Thiocyanate – 500 gram Packs

Ammonium Thiocyanate, also known as Ammonium Sulphocyanide, is an inorganic ammonium salt widely used in analytical chemistry, qualitative analysis, and laboratory investigations involving thiocyanate ions. Supplied in a convenient 500 gram pack, it is suitable for reagent preparation, chemical identification tests, and studies of complex-ion formation. Its reactions with certain metal ions, particularly iron(III), make it useful in characteristic colour-based laboratory demonstrations and analytical procedures. Ammonium Thiocyanate is soluble in water and is commonly used in controlled laboratory experiments requiring a source of thiocyanate ions. Lab Wale offers this chemical in LR Laboratory Reagent grade for appropriate laboratory and research applications. Follow established chemical-handling procedures, use suitable protective equipment, and consult the relevant safety information before preparing solutions or conducting experiments.

Description

Ammonium Thiocyanate is an inorganic salt composed of ammonium cations and thiocyanate anions. Its chemical formula is NH₄SCN, and it has a molecular weight of approximately 76.12 g/mol. It generally appears as a white crystalline solid and dissolves readily in water. In analytical chemistry, it is used in reactions involving metal ions and in studies of complex formation, including the characteristic red-coloured complex produced with iron(III) ions under suitable conditions. It is also used in selected laboratory investigations of equilibrium and chemical reactivity. This 500 gram pack is intended for laboratory use where the specified reagent and grade are suitable. Verify the requirements of your analytical method before use and follow appropriate safety procedures.

Product Specifications

Key Features

• Convenient 500 gram pack for routine laboratory applications.
• LR Laboratory Reagent grade for suitable analytical and research procedures.
• Water-soluble salt providing thiocyanate ions for chemical investigations.
• Useful in colour-based reactions and metal-ion complex formation studies.
• Suitable for educational experiments and laboratory reagent preparation.

Laboratory Applications

• Qualitative identification tests involving iron(III) ions and thiocyanate complex formation.
• Analytical chemistry procedures requiring a source of thiocyanate ions.
• Preparation of aqueous reagent solutions for laboratory experiments.
• Studies of chemical equilibrium and coordination-complex formation.
• Educational demonstrations of characteristic colour changes in inorganic reactions.

Why Choose Lab Wale to Buy Ammonium Thiocyanate

Lab Wale supplies laboratory chemicals for educational institutions, analytical laboratories, research facilities, and industrial testing environments. Ammonium Thiocyanate in a 500 gram pack provides a practical quantity for routine reagent preparation and chemical investigations. Its LR Laboratory Reagent designation helps users select a grade suited to appropriate general laboratory procedures. Before ordering, compare the listed specifications with your method’s requirements and confirm that the reagent is appropriate for the intended analysis. Follow laboratory safety practices and product-specific handling instructions to support safe use and reliable experimental work.

FAQs

1. What is the chemical formula of Ammonium Thiocyanate?

The chemical formula of Ammonium Thiocyanate is NH₄SCN, and its molecular weight is approximately 76.12 g/mol. It is also known as Ammonium Sulphocyanide or Ammonium Rhodanide. Its CAS number is 1762-95-4, which can help distinguish it from other thiocyanate salts.

2. What is Ammonium Thiocyanate used for in laboratories?

Ammonium Thiocyanate is used in analytical chemistry, qualitative testing, and experiments involving thiocyanate ions. It is particularly useful in selected reactions with metal ions, including iron(III), and in studies of complex formation and chemical equilibrium.

3. Why does Ammonium Thiocyanate produce a red colour with iron(III) ions?

Under suitable solution conditions, thiocyanate ions react with iron(III) ions to form coloured iron(III)-thiocyanate complexes. The resulting red colour is used in qualitative demonstrations and certain analytical procedures. The observed colour depends on factors such as concentration and solution conditions.

4. What pack size and grade are available?

This listing is for a 500 gram pack of Ammonium Thiocyanate in LR Laboratory Reagent grade. Check the product label and specifications to ensure that the stated assay and grade meet the requirements of your laboratory procedure.

5. What precautions are necessary when handling Ammonium Thiocyanate?

Wear suitable gloves, protective eyewear, and a laboratory coat. Avoid inhaling dust and prevent contact with eyes and skin. Use appropriate laboratory ventilation, keep the chemical away from incompatible materials, and follow the applicable safety documentation and waste-disposal procedures.

Storage Conditions

Store Ammonium Thiocyanate in a tightly closed, clearly labelled container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location. Protect it from moisture, contamination, and excessive heat. Keep it away from incompatible chemicals and prevent accidental mixing with other laboratory reagents. Use clean, dry dispensing tools and close the container promptly after use. Follow the product-specific storage instructions and your laboratory’s chemical-management procedures to help preserve the reagent’s suitability for its intended applications.

Precautions for Handling

Handle Ammonium Thiocyanate using standard laboratory safety practices. Wear appropriate chemical-resistant gloves, protective eyewear, and a laboratory coat, and avoid generating or inhaling dust. Prevent contact with eyes and skin, and work with adequate ventilation. Do not mix the chemical with other reagents unless the procedure has been reviewed for compatibility and safety. Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in the work area, and wash hands thoroughly after handling. Clean spills using approved laboratory procedures and dispose of residues and contaminated materials in accordance with applicable regulations.