Yantai Dasteck Chemicals supplies premium-grade dicyandiamide with stable quality, tested and fully traceable batch by batch.
Product Identification
| Product Name | Dicyandiamide |
| Synonyms | Cyanoguanidine; DCD |
| CAS No. | 461-58-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C2H4N4 |
| Molecular Weight | 84.08 |
Physical Properties
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Density | 1.40 g/cm³ (at 25°C) |
| Melting Point | 209–211°C |
| Solubility | Soluble in water and alcohol; practically insoluble in ethyl ether and benzene |
| Stability | Stable when dry; non-flammable |
Quality Specification (Premium Grade)
| Item | Standard |
| Appearance | White crystal |
| Purity | ≥ 99.5% |
| Dry loss (moisture) | ≤ 0.30% |
| Ash content | ≤ 0.05% |
| Calcium content | ≤ 200 ppm |
| Impurity precipitating test | Acceptable |
Applications
- Chemical synthesis — raw material for guanidine, guanamine, melamine (trimeric cyanamide) and various resins.
- Pharmaceuticals — intermediate for guanidine nitrate, sulfadiazine and related drugs.
- Textile & dyeing — production of dye auxiliaries and color fixatives.
- Rubber industry — vulcanization accelerator.
- Leather & adhesives — filler in leatherette; additive in adhesive agents.
- Metal treatment — hardening agent for iron and steel surfaces.
- Agriculture — synergist in fertilizers (nitrification inhibitor).
- Flame retardants — production of fire-retardant materials.
Packing, Storage & Transportation
| Packing | 25 kg net weight per plastic woven bag with PE inner liner |
| Storage | Cool, dry and ventilated warehouse; protect from moisture; keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents |
| Transportation | Handle with care; prevent damage to packaging |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CAS number of dicyandiamide? 461-58-5 (C2H4N4, MW 84.08).
- Which grade do you supply? Premium grade, purity ≥ 99.5%, calcium ≤ 200 ppm. COA with each shipment.
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