Sodium Cyanide (NaCN) – 98% Min Purity for Mining & Industrial Use

Sodium Cyanide (NaCN) is a white, water-soluble, crystalline compound known for its extreme reactivity with metals and organic compounds. It is primarily used in gold and silver extraction, electroplating, and organic chemical manufacturing.

At Cavin Resource, we supply Sodium Cyanide with ≥98% purity, produced in ISO-certified and REACH-compliant facilities. Our product is available in solid briquettes or powder form, packaged securely in IBC drums, polyethylene-lined steel drums, or jumbo bags with moisture-proof liners.

With our strategic distribution centers, we ensure fast and secure bulk delivery to mining operations, chemical manufacturers, and industrial buyers worldwide.

⚙️ Production Method

Hydrogen Cyanide + Sodium Hydroxide Method (Andrussow Process)

• Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) is synthesized by reacting methane and ammonia over a platinum catalyst.
• HCN is then absorbed into aqueous sodium hydroxide (NaOH), forming Sodium Cyanide.

$$\text{HCN}+\text{NaOH}\to \text{NaCN}+\text{H₂O}$$

This method ensures consistent purity and stability for industrial-grade NaCN.

📚 Credible Sources for SEO & Technical Trust

• 🔗 PubChem – Sodium Cyanide

• 🔗 EPA Sodium Cyanide Profile

• 🔗 NIOSH Pocket Guide – Sodium Cyanide

• 🔗 ScienceDirect – Cyanide in Gold Processing

• 🔗 OECD SIDS – Sodium Cyanide Risk Assessment

🎯 Benefits of Sodium Cyanide

• ✅ Highly Effective for Gold Leaching – Efficient gold and silver recovery via cyanidation

• ✅ Stable & Consistent Quality – High purity ensures predictable industrial performance

• ✅ Fast Solubility – Quickly dissolves in water for immediate process integration

• ✅ Versatile in Chemical Synthesis – Used to manufacture nitriles, pigments, and pharmaceuticals

• ✅ Long Shelf Life – Proper packaging and stabilization extend product usability

🧪 Common Applications

🪙 Gold & Silver Mining

• Cyanidation process to separate precious metals from ore

⚙️ Chemical Manufacturing

• Intermediate in the synthesis of organic nitriles and plastics

⚡ Electroplating

• Used in metal surface treatment for corrosion resistance and finish quality

🧬 Pharmaceuticals

• Limited use in the synthesis of specialty intermediates

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is Sodium Cyanide safe to handle?

Answer:
No. Sodium Cyanide is highly toxic and must be handled only by trained professionals using full PPE under strict industrial safety protocols.

2. What form is your Sodium Cyanide supplied in?

Answer:
We offer it in solid briquette or powder form, packaged in 50kg drums or 1000kg jumbo bags with moisture barriers.

3. Do you ship globally with compliance documents?

Answer:
Yes. We provide COA, MSDS, UN shipping documents, Dangerous Goods Declarations, and assist with customs clearance.

4. How is Sodium Cyanide stored?

Answer:
It should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse, away from acids and moisture, in sealed containers.

5. Do you supply Sodium Cyanide for gold mining operations?

Answer:
Yes. Our NaCN is optimized for gold extraction with high purity and rapid solubility, ideal for large-scale mining operations.