Description
Potassium cyanide (KCN) is a highly Toxic compound with the chemical formula KCN. It is a white, crystalline salt that is highly soluble in water, and it has a faint, characteristic almond-like odor due to the presence of hydrogen cyanide (HCN), which can be released when it comes into contact with acids or moisture.
Application
Gold and Silver Mining:
Potassium cyanide is used extensively in the mining industry to extract gold and silver from ores. The process, known as cyanidation, involves dissolving the precious metals into a solution by forming a complex with cyanide.
Electroplating:
It is used in Electroplating to deposit metals such as gold, silver, and copper onto surfaces. The cyanide forms a stable complex with the metal ions, which facilitates their reduction and deposition on the desired surface.
Organic Synthesis:
In organic chemistry, Potassium cyanide is used as a reagent in various chemical reactions, such as the synthesis of nitriles and carboxylic acids. It acts as a source of the cyanide ion (CN⁻), which is a nucleophile.
Photography:
Historically, potassium cyanide was used in the photographic industry in the process of developing and fixing photographs, although its use has declined due to the availability of safer alternatives.
Jewelry Cleaning:
It is used in the jewelry industry to clean and polish jewelry. However, its use has significantly decreased due to its high toxicity and the availability of less hazardous cleaning agents.
Specifications
| Test Item | Standard Specification |
| Minimum assay (Arg.) | 97.0% |
| Insoluble matter in H2O | 0.01 % |
| Chloride (Cl) | 0.05% |
| Phosphate (PO4) | 0.005 % |
| Sulfate (SO4) | 0.02% |
| Sulfide (S) | 0.001 % |
| Thiocyanate (SCN) | 0.01% |
Type of Packaging
50kg iron drum,18MT/20’FCL & 25MT/40’FCL
50kg iron drum,13.5MT/20’FCL & 25MT/40’FCL(with tray)
1000kg wooden box,20MT/20’FCL & 26MT/40’FCL
1100kg wooden box,22MT/20’FCL & 26.4MT/40’FCL
Certifications
ISO 9001. ISO 22716. cGMP certified
Kosher, Halal certified
Shipping Information
MOQ: (Due to the nature of chemical transportation, please consult the sea trade manager for details!)
Port of Loading: CHINA - Shanghai Port, Ningbo Zhoushan Port, Guangzhou Port, Qingdao Port, Tianjin Port, Dalian Port, Xiamen Port, Lianyungang Port (can be ensured according to the requirements of customers)
Delivery Time: 4-6 weeks, depending on order size and destination
Payment Terms
L/C, D/P, T/T at buyer’s cost
Sample available on request
Multiple Names
UN1680
AI3-28749
HSDB 1245
BRN 4652394
Kalium cyanid
Cyanide salts
UNII-MQD255M2ZO
Potassium cyanide
RCRA waste no. P098
Cyanide of potassium
Cyanure de potassium
RCRA waste number P098
Kalium cyanid [German]
POTASSIUM CYANIDE 1 KG
POTASSIUM CYANIDE 50 KG
(cyano-kappaC)potassium
Solid Potassium Cyanide
Potassium cyanide K(CN)
TRIS BUFFER 0.1M PH 7.4
Potassium cyanide (K(CN))
Cyanure de potassium [French]
Hydrocyanic acid, potassium salt
Potassium Cyanide, Reag. Ph. Eur.
M-44 capsules (potassium cyanide)
Hydrogen cyanide and cyanide salts
EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 599600
Potassium cyanide [UN1680] [Poison]
POTASSIUM CYANIDE FOR ANALYSIS EMSURE
4-02-00-00050 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
POTASSIUM CYANIDE FOR ANALYSIS EMSURE ACS,ISO,REAG. PH EUR
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