Electro Sodium Cyanide
Electroplating Hazardous
Electroplating Grade

Sodium Cyanide

Electroplating grade Sodium Cyanide manufactured for gold electroplating, silver plating, and precious metal finishing applications. Our high-purity reagent provides excellent complexing properties for specialized electroplating processes requiring cyanide chemistry.

  • Electroplating Grade Purity
  • Gold Electroplating
  • Silver Plating
  • Complexing Agent
  • Specialty Processes
  • Professional Grade

Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: NaCN
CAS Number: 143-33-9
EINECS Number: 205-599-4
Assay (as NaCN): ≥ 96.0%
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Density (20°C): 1.60 g/cm³
Molecular Weight: 49.01 g/mol
Solubility in Water (20°C): 716 g/L
pH (1% solution): 11.5-12.5
Cyanide Content: 53.1% (as CN)
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 0.001%
Iron (Fe): ≤ 0.002%
Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.01%
Hazard Classification: EXTREMELY TOXIC
Safety Requirements: Specialized handling protocols
UN Number: UN 1689 (Sodium cyanide)
Packaging Options: Specialized hazmat containers

Specialized Applications

Gold Electroplating
Silver Plating
Jewelry Manufacturing
Complexing Agent
Electronics (Limited)
Chemical Synthesis
Professional Use Only
Trained Personnel
Safety Protocols
Licensed Facilities
Regulatory Monitoring
Waste Management

Professional Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized sodium cyanide grades for authorized professional use in precious metal electroplating, requiring strict safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Electroplating Grade
Assay: ≥ 96.0% Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.001% Iron: ≤ 0.002% Application: Gold/silver plating
Jewelry Grade
Assay: ≥ 96.5% Ultra-Pure: Low impurities Consistent: Uniform plating Application: Fine jewelry
Electronics Grade
Assay: ≥ 97.0% Trace Metals: ≤ 0.0005% Conductivity: High Application: Contact plating
Analytical Grade
Assay: ≥ 96.0% Certified: Analysis grade Documentation: Complete COA Application: Research only

Quality Standards

Sodium Cyanide is an EXTREMELY TOXIC substance requiring the highest safety standards and regulatory compliance. Access is restricted to licensed professionals with specialized training, equipment, and waste management protocols.

EXTREMELY TOXIC Classification
Professional Training Required
Licensed Facility Only
≥96% Accurate Assay
Emergency Protocols Required
Specialized Waste Management
Continuous Monitoring
Secure Storage & Transport

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Electroplating Grade Sodium Cyanide exhibits exceptional complexing properties essential for gold and silver electroplating applications. Its ultra-pure composition and controlled crystalline structure ensure reliable performance in demanding electroplating processes with superior metal ion stabilization and complex formation.

Complexing Properties
Gold Complex Formation: Stable Au(CN)₂⁻ complexes
Silver Complex Formation: Stable Ag(CN)₂⁻ complexes
Complex Stability: High formation constants
pH Control: Maintains alkaline conditions
Physical Properties
Crystal Structure: Cubic crystalline solid
Density (20°C): 1.6 g/cm³
Solubility (20°C): 48.1 g/100g water
Melting Point: 563°C
Plating Performance
Current Efficiency: High plating efficiency
Throwing Power: Excellent current distribution
Deposit Quality: Bright, uniform coatings
Bath Stability: Long-term operational stability
Purity Specifications
Assay (NaCN): ≥ 98.0%
Sodium Carbonate: ≤ 1.5%
Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.001% as Pb
Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.005%
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 3 years (proper storage)
Thermal Stability: Decomposes at high temperature
Air Stability: Absorbs CO₂ from air
Container Compatibility: Steel, plastic containers

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Electroplating Grade Sodium Cyanide superiority in precious metal plating applications with exceptional complex stability, current efficiency, and deposit quality across diverse electroplating processes and jewelry finishing operations.

Complex Stability

Formation constant: >10²⁰ for gold complexes

Superior metal ion stabilization
Current Efficiency

Plating efficiency: 95-98% typical

High metal utilization
Deposit Quality

Surface finish: Bright, uniform coatings

Excellent appearance quality
Operating Range

Temperature range: 60-70°C optimal

Elevated temperature operation
Bath Control

pH range: 12.5-13.5 optimal

Strong alkaline conditions
Bath Life

Operational life: 6-12 months typical

Extended bath stability

Safety Information

Sodium Cyanide is extremely toxic and lethal in small amounts. Releases deadly hydrogen cyanide gas when in contact with acids. Requires specialized training, emergency procedures, and immediate medical support. Use only with proper engineering controls, respiratory protection, and cyanide antidotes readily available. Never handle without appropriate safety equipment and training.

Deadly Poison
Toxic Gas
Respiratory Hazard

Storage & Handling

Store in secure, locked areas with restricted access and specialized ventilation. Keep away from acids, oxidizers, and moisture. Requires emergency response equipment, cyanide antidotes, and specialized disposal procedures. Use only with proper permits, training, and safety protocols. Monitor for hydrogen cyanide gas formation.

Secure, restricted access
Specialized ventilation required
Antidotes immediately available
Keep away from acids

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Sodium Cyanide exhibits complex cyanide chemistry through metal complexation and electrochemical mechanisms, enabling precise gold and silver electroplating with exceptional deposit quality and controlled plating characteristics.

Complex Formation

Au + 2CN⁻ + ½O₂ + H₂O → Au(CN)₂⁻ + 2OH⁻ (gold complexation)

Stable metal-cyanide complex formation
Electrochemical Reduction

Au(CN)₂⁻ + e⁻ → Au + 2CN⁻ (cathodic gold deposition)

Controlled precious metal plating
pH Control

Alkaline conditions maintenance for complex stability

Prevents cyanide gas evolution safety
Oxidation Prevention

Antioxidant systems for cyanide stability maintenance

Extended bath life and performance

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures controlled cyanide access with complete documentation packages supporting international standards and precious metal plating safety protocols.

OSHA Compliance

Workplace safety standards for cyanide compound handling

EPA Regulations

Environmental protection standards for cyanide discharge

Precious Metal Standards

ASTM B488 specifications for gold electroplating

DOT Hazmat

Dangerous goods transportation and shipping protocols

Permit Requirements

Controlled substance permits and regulatory authorization

Monitoring Protocols

Continuous workplace and environmental monitoring systems

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's precious metal plating specialists provide comprehensive cyanide bath support, safety training, and process optimization to maximize Sodium Cyanide performance while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Bath Chemistry
  • Cyanide concentration optimization
  • pH and alkalinity control protocols
  • Antioxidant system management
  • Temperature and agitation optimization
Safety & Compliance
  • Cyanide safety training and protocols
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Ventilation system design consultation
  • Regulatory compliance auditing
Precious Metal Plating
  • Gold deposit quality optimization
  • Silver plating process development
  • Thickness uniformity control
  • Surface finish enhancement
Waste Management
  • Cyanide destruction protocols
  • Precious metal recovery systems
  • Wastewater treatment design
  • Environmental monitoring support

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our Sodium Cyanide operations emphasize stringent environmental controls through advanced cyanide destruction, precious metal recovery, and comprehensive environmental impact management for responsible electroplating.

Cyanide Destruction

Advanced oxidation systems for complete cyanide elimination

Metal Recovery

Electrowinning systems for precious metal reclamation

Wastewater Treatment

Multi-stage treatment for complete detoxification

Emission Control

Scrubbing systems for vapor capture and neutralization

ISO 14001

Environmental management system certified operations

Continuous Monitoring

Real-time environmental and workplace monitoring

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's specialized cyanide manufacturing facility employs controlled synthesis processes with maximum containment systems to ensure consistent Sodium Cyanide quality while maintaining the highest safety and security standards.

Production Process

Controlled synthesis with advanced containment and monitoring

High-purity sodium cyanide crystallization
Quality Testing

12-point analytical testing including cyanide content and trace impurities

Titrimetic and colorimetric analysis verification
Safety Systems

Maximum containment with emergency response protocols

Worker protection and environmental monitoring
Secure Packaging

Specialized containers with security features and documentation

Controlled substance packaging compliance

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive precious metal plating data demonstrating Sodium Cyanide effectiveness across specialized applications with quantified performance metrics and electroplating validations.

Gold Electroplating
Deposit Quality: 99.9% purity achieved Throwing Power: 95%+ coverage uniformity Surface Finish: Mirror-bright appearance
Electronics Industry
Contact Resistance: <2μΩ stability Solderability: Excellent wetting properties Corrosion Resistance: 2000+ hour testing
Jewelry Manufacturing
Color Consistency: Uniform golden finish Adhesion: >30 N/mm² bond strength Durability: Extended wear resistance

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Maximum Safety Standards

Industry-leading safety protocols and containment systems for cyanide handling with comprehensive emergency procedures

Regulatory Expertise

Complete compliance support for cyanide regulations with permit assistance and safety training

Precious Metal Excellence

Specialized expertise in gold and silver electroplating with superior deposit quality control

Technical Expertise

Dedicated precious metal chemistry team with decades of cyanide plating experience

Environmental Leadership

Advanced cyanide destruction and metal recovery technologies for responsible operations

Secure Supply Chain

Controlled substance expertise with secure transportation and documentation systems