What is Sodium Thiocyanate?
Sodium Thiocyanate (NaSCN) is an inorganic salt that is highly soluble in water, valued primarily as a key solvent component in the production of acrylic and modacrylic fibres. It is a white to off-white crystalline solid produced through the reaction of sodium cyanide with sulphur, or as a by-product of coke oven gas purification, and finds application across the textile, agrochemical, and metal finishing industries.
Polychem Industries supplies Sodium Thiocyanate to acrylic fibre manufacturers, agrochemical formulators, and electroplating companies across India and internationally. Its most significant industrial role as a solvent in the wet-spinning process for acrylic fibre production makes it an essential raw material for the synthetic textile industry.
Handling Notice
Sodium Thiocyanate can release toxic hydrogen cyanide gas if it comes into contact with strong acids. Store away from acidic substances and ensure adequate ventilation during handling. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact and follow standard industrial chemical handling precautions.
Available Grades
| Grade | Form | Purity | Standard | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Grade | White to off-white crystalline powder/granules | 98%+ (Industrial) | Industrial | Acrylic fibre production, herbicides, electroplating, photography |
Applications & Uses
Acrylic Fibre Production
The most significant industrial application. Concentrated Sodium Thiocyanate solution is used as the primary solvent in the wet-spinning process for manufacturing acrylic and modacrylic fibres, dissolving the polyacrylonitrile polymer for extrusion into fibre form.
Herbicides & Agrochemicals
Used as a component or intermediate in certain herbicide formulations, contributing to specific agrochemical product performance characteristics in weed control applications.
Electroplating
Used as an additive in certain electroplating bath formulations, contributing to deposit quality and process control in specific metal plating applications.
Photography & Imaging
Used historically and in certain specialty applications within the photographic and imaging industry, taking advantage of its specific chemical reactivity in image processing chemistry.
Analytical & Laboratory Reagent
Used as a laboratory reagent in various analytical chemistry applications, including certain colorimetric tests and chemical analysis procedures requiring thiocyanate ion reactivity.
Chemical Intermediate
Used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of various other thiocyanate compounds and specialty chemicals across different industrial applications.
Technical Specifications
Sodium Thiocyanate — Key Properties
Why Source Sodium Thiocyanate from Polychem Industries?
- Industrial grade with full quality documentation
- Certificate of Analysis and MSDS provided on request
- Reliable bulk supply for acrylic fibre and agrochemical manufacturers
- Competitive pricing with year-round availability
- Experienced in handling and shipping regulated industrial chemicals
- Export documentation experience for international shipments
