Copper(II) thiocyanate

Copper(II) thiocyanate
Copper(II) thiocyanate
Crystal structure of copper(II) thiocyanate
Names
Other names
Cupric thiocyanate
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChemSpider
  • InChI=1S/2CHNS.Cu/c2*2-1-3;/h2*3H;/q;;+2/p-2
    Key: BQVVSSAWECGTRN-UHFFFAOYSA-L
  • C(#N)[S-].C(#N)[S-].[Cu+2]
Properties
Cu(SCN)2
Molar mass 179.71 g/mol
Appearance black powder
Density 2.47 g/cm3
Melting point decomposes at 180 °C
Insoluble
0.66×10−3 cm3/mol
Related compounds
Other anions
Other cations
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references

Copper(II) thiocyanate (or cupric thiocyanate) is a coordination polymer with formula Cu(SCN)2. It is a black solid which slowly decomposes in moist air.