Sodium thiocyanate (NaSCN) is used in concrete as a setting/strength accelerator, mainly in cold weather. Sodium Thiocyanate is an organic sodium salt which is the monosodium salt of thiocyanic acid. It contains a thiocyanate.It is an odorless white solid. Sodium thiocyanate is the chemical compound with the formula NaSCN.

Application

Sodium thiocyanate (NaSCN) is used in concrete as a setting/strength accelerator, mainly in cold weather.
Here are general industry guidelines (not a site-specific prescription):

Recommended Dosage (General)

• 0.2% – 1.0% by weight of cement

• Typical effective range: 0.3% – 0.6%

Example

If cement = 100 kg

• Minimum: 200 g (0.2 kg)

• Common use: 300–600 g

• Maximum (do not exceed): 1 kg

How to Use

• Dissolve sodium thiocyanate completely in mixing water

• Then add to the concrete mix

• Ensure uniform mixing

Construction Industry : Sodium thiocyanate is used in the cement industry as an initial strengthening agent. The chemical enhances and strengthens bonding and acts as a grinding helper. Also, the use of sodium Thiocyanate prolongs the lifespan of cement. When preparing concrete, the chemical aidsin accelerating hardening. So, it’s a critical setting accelerator in concrete admixtures.

Technical Specification