Uses of Potassium Thiocyanate

Iron Detection:

I often use it as a reagent to detect iron(III) ions. When KSCN is added to a solution containing iron(III), it forms a blood-red complex, which is a useful indicator.

Titration:

I appreciate its role in redox titrations, particularly in the determination of chlorine and other halogens.

Synthesis:

I love using it as a source of thiocyanate ions in the synthesis of various organic and inorganic compounds.

Precipitation Reactions:

It’s handy in precipitation reactions to form thiocyanate complexes with certain metals.

Biochemistry:

I find it useful in biochemical applications, such as protein denaturation studies, due to its chaotropic properties.