[A15736] CAS 14459-95-1 | Potassium hexacyanoferrate(II) trihydrate, 98+%

CAS : 14459-95-1
MDL : MFCD00167023
EINECS : 237-722-2

Other name :

Potassium ferrocyanide trihydrate

Chemical Properties

Formula : K4Fe(CN)6•3H2O
Formula weight : 422.39 (368.36anhy)
Melting Point : 69-71°
Density : 1.85
Sensitivity : Ambient temperatures.
Form : Crystals
Solubility : Soluble in water. Insoluble in ethanol and ether.

Literature References

Replacement for highly toxic metal cyanides in a procedure for cyanation of heteroaryl bromides, utilizing CuI as catalyst in the presence of a suitable ligand, particularly N-alkylimidazoles, e.g. N-(n-Butyl)­imidazole, L07793: Synlett, 555 (2007).

Notes

Begins to lose water at 600C, anhydrous at 1000C. Incompatible with oxidizing agents and strong acids.Other References:Merck: 14,7631

Grade Specifications

Grade Specifications

Hazard Statements : H402-H412Harmful to aquatic life.Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements : P273-P501aAvoid release to the environment.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.