Category:
Other Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
593-84-0
Standard:
In-house Standards,
| Chemical Name: | Guanidine thiocyanate |
| Molecular Formula: | CH5N3.CHNS |
| Formula Weight: | 118.16 |
| CAS No.: | 593-84-0 |
Guanidine thiocyanate is a potent chaotropic agent used primarily in RNA extraction. Produced via the reaction of guanidine carbonate and thiourea, its molecular formula is C2H6N4S (CAS: 593-84-0).
Strictly store in cool, dry conditions away from acids. Avoid inhalation or skin contact due to high toxicity; use appropriate PPE including respirators and chemical-resistant gloves during handling.