Compound Q&A
What is Potassium thiocyanate (CAS: 333-20-0)?
Answer
Potassium thiocyanate (CAS: 333-20-0) is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula KSCN. It appears as a white crystalline solid, is highly soluble in water, and is hygroscopic. This compound is commonly used in analytical chemistry as a reagent and in coordination chemistry due to its ability to act as a ligand. Its properties include a sharp, pungent odor and a tendency to react with strong oxidizing agents.
About
CAS No
333-20-0
English Name
Potassium thiocyanate
Molecular Formula
CKNS
Molecular Weight
47.1 g/mol
SMILES
[S-]C#N.[K+]
InChIKey
LSDPWZHWYPCBBB-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
