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Cobalt(II) thiocyanate, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: B23460.30
250 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Cobalt(II) thiocyanate, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: B23460.30
250 g, Each
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Catalog number: B23460.30
also known as B23460-30
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
3017-60-5
IUPAC Name
λ²-cobalt(2+) bis(cyanosulfanide)
Molecular Formula
C2CoN2S2
InChI Key
INDBQWVYFLTCFF-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES
[Co++].[S-]C#N.[S-]C#N
Appearance (Color)
Brown
Form
powder
Assay (unspecified)
>98.0%
Insoluble material
5% in water contains <1% insolubles

Description

Cobalt(II) thiocyanate is best known for Scott test, which is a proven screening test for the presence of cocaine.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Cobalt(II) thiocyanate is best known for Scott test, which is a proven screening test for the presence of cocaine.

Solubility
Soluble in water.

Notes
Incompatible with acids and strong oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Acute oral toxicity
    Category 4
    Acute dermal toxicity
    Category 4
    Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists
    Category 4
    Acute aquatic toxicity
    Category 1
    Chronic aquatic toxicity
    Category 1
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    Warning

    Hazard Statements

    H302 + H312 + H332 - Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled

    H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

    EU Specific Hazard Statements

    EUH032 - Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas

    Precautionary Statements

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing

    P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting

    P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water

    P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing

    P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell