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Methylammonium Cyanate CH₆N₂O 99% Purity White Solid Powder Perovskite Crystallization Modulator Cyanate Anion Precursor CAS 63405-91-4 Light-Sensitive Hygroscopic Glovebox Storage

Methylammonium Cyanate 99% 5 g Perovskite ATOMFAIR®

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Research-grade methylammonium cyanate, CH6N2O >99% purity, 5 g, CAS 63405-91-4, DMF/DMSO-soluble, for perovskite film modulation. Order now.

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METHYLAMMONIUM CYANATE CH₆N₂O 99% CAS 63405-91-4

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Product Overview
Methylammonium Cyanate (CH₆N₂O, CAS 63405-91-4) is a cyanate anion-modified methylamine-based organic salt perovskite precursor with CH₆N₂O 99% purity, supplied as a white solid powder with a molecular weight of 74.07 g/mol and soluble in perovskite-relevant polar organic solvents including DMF and DMSO. This compound functions as an effective perovskite crystallization modulator, where the cyanate anion participates in perovskite lattice coordination, regulating crystal nucleation and growth kinetics while optimizing thin film grain size. The cyanate group simultaneously passivates grain boundary and surface defects, reducing non-radiative recombination centers and enhancing charge carrier transport efficiency. Suitable for doping modification research in formamidinium/methylammonium composite perovskite solar cells and photodetectors, this precursor is compatible with spin-coating and precursor solution blending thin-film preparation techniques. With low impurity content and stable experimental data reproducibility, the product requires strict light-sensitive hygroscopic glovebox storage to maintain material integrity.

Technical Specifications
PARAMETER DETAILS
Molecular Formula CH₆N₂O
CAS Number 63405-91-4
Molecular Weight 74.07 g/mol
Specification 5 g
Purity >99%
Physical Form White Solid Powder
Solubility Soluble in DMF, DMSO and Polar Organic Solvents
Storage Conditions Light-Protected, Dry, Sealed, Room Temperature; Long-Term: N₂ Glovebox Recommended
Custom Configurations Other packaging specifications are available upon request. Please contact us via email for custom orders.

Key Features & Advantages
  • Cyanate Anion Lattice Coordination for Crystallization Control: The cyanate anion directly participates in perovskite lattice coordination chemistry, providing a fundamentally different crystallization modulation mechanism compared to halide-only or thiocyanate-based additives, enabling independent control of nucleation density and growth rate.
  • Grain Boundary and Surface Defect Passivation: The cyanate group effectively coordinates with under-coordinated metal sites at grain boundaries and film surfaces, passivating deep-level trap states and reducing non-radiative recombination losses for enhanced charge carrier transport.
  • Low Molecular Weight for Precise Stoichiometric Control: With a molecular weight of only 74.07 g/mol, the precursor enables fine stoichiometric adjustment with minimal mass perturbation to the primary perovskite precursor solution composition.
  • Compatible with Mixed-Cation Perovskite Systems: Suitable for doping modification of formamidinium/methylammonium composite perovskite compositions, supporting bandgap engineering and stability optimization in mixed-cation device architectures.

APPLICATION SCOPE: Cyanate-based crystallization modulator for perovskite thin film nucleation and growth optimization. Grain boundary and surface defect passivation agent for reducing non-radiative recombination. Doping modification precursor for formamidinium/methylammonium composite perovskite solar cells. Carrier transport efficiency enhancement additive for perovskite photodetectors. Compatible with spin-coating and precursor solution blending deposition protocols. Supports perovskite solar cell and photodetector research in university and research institute laboratories.
PACKAGING: This listing is for the 5 g specification. Other packaging weights are available upon custom request. Each package is sealed under inert atmosphere within light-protective packaging to prevent photodegradation and moisture ingress. The hygroscopic nature of methylammonium cyanate necessitates immediate transfer to a desiccated, light-protected storage environment—preferably a nitrogen-filled glovebox for long-term storage. For bulk quantities or custom packaging specifications, please contact us via email.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Methylammonium cyanate is hygroscopic and light-sensitive. Tighten the container cap immediately after each use to prevent moisture ingress from ambient air. The cyanate group may present irritant properties—wear protective gloves and a mask throughout all experimental procedures; avoid direct skin contact and inhalation of powder. Store in a light-protected, moisture-free environment; do not store together with strong acids or strong oxidizing agents. Prioritize powder weighing and solution preparation within a nitrogen-filled inert glovebox (H₂O < 1 ppm, O₂ < 1 ppm). For long-term storage, inert-atmosphere glovebox conditions are recommended. Exposure to atmospheric moisture will cause deliquescence and hydrolysis, irreversibly degrading precursor stoichiometry. For detailed safety and handling information, consult the Safety Data Sheet prior to use.
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Methylammonium cyanate is hygroscopic and light-sensitive, requiring storage in a light-protected, dry, sealed container at room temperature with long-term storage under nitrogen glovebox conditions. Exposure to atmospheric moisture causes deliquescence and hydrolysis, irreversibly degrading precursor stoichiometry; weighing and solution preparation must be performed in an inert glovebox with H2O and O2 below 1 ppm.

  • Moisture Sensitivity: The compound deliquesces and hydrolyzes upon exposure to atmospheric moisture, necessitating immediate transfer to a desiccated, light-protected environment after opening.
  • Light Sensitivity: Light-protective packaging must be maintained to prevent photodegradation of the cyanate functional group.
  • Inert Atmosphere Requirement: Powder weighing and solution preparation require a nitrogen-filled glovebox with H2O < 1 ppm and O2 < 1 ppm to maintain material integrity.
  • Solvent Compatibility: The precursor is soluble in DMF and DMSO and other polar organic solvents, but anhydrous solvents must be used to avoid hydrolysis.
  • Chemical Incompatibility: Do not store together with strong acids or strong oxidizing agents due to potential reactivity of the cyanate group.

This procedure describes safe handling and preparation of methylammonium cyanate solutions under inert atmosphere to prevent degradation. All steps must be performed in a nitrogen-filled glovebox with moisture and oxygen levels below 1 ppm.

Required Equipment: Nitrogen-filled glovebox (H2O < 1 ppm, O2 < 1 ppm), Light-protective container or amber vial

  1. Transfer to Glovebox
    Transfer the sealed container of methylammonium cyanate into a nitrogen-filled glovebox before opening to prevent moisture ingress.
  2. Weigh Powder
    Weigh the required amount of powder inside the glovebox using a clean spatula and immediately reseal the container.
  3. Prepare Solution
    Dissolve the weighed powder in anhydrous DMF or DMSO by stirring until fully dissolved.
  4. Store Solution
    Store the prepared solution in a light-protected, sealed vial inside the glovebox until use.
  5. Clean Up
    Dispose of any waste materials according to institutional guidelines for cyanate-containing compounds.

How does the cyanate anion in methylammonium cyanate differ from halide-only or thiocyanate-based additives for perovskite crystallization control?

The cyanate anion directly participates in perovskite lattice coordination chemistry, providing a fundamentally different crystallization modulation mechanism compared to halide-only or thiocyanate-based additives. This enables independent control of nucleation density and growth rate while simultaneously passivating grain boundary and surface defects via coordination with under-coordinated metal sites, reducing non-radiative recombination centers for enhanced charge carrier transport.

Which solvent systems and perovskite compositions are compatible with methylammonium cyanate for thin-film fabrication?

Methylammonium cyanate is soluble in DMF, DMSO, and polar organic solvents, making it directly compatible with standard spin-coating and precursor solution blending workflows. It is suitable for doping modification of formamidinium/methylammonium composite perovskite systems, supporting bandgap engineering and stability optimization in mixed-cation device architectures for solar cells and photodetectors.

What are the critical storage and handling requirements to prevent degradation of methylammonium cyanate?

Methylammonium cyanate is hygroscopic and light-sensitive, requiring light-protected, dry, sealed storage at room temperature with immediate transfer to a desiccated environment. For long-term storage, a nitrogen-filled glovebox with H₂O < 1 ppm and O₂ < 1 ppm is recommended; exposure to atmospheric moisture causes deliquescence and hydrolysis, irreversibly degrading precursor stoichiometry. Avoid storage with strong acids or strong oxidizing agents, and always use protective gloves and a mask to prevent skin contact and inhalation.

Methylammonium cyanate (CH₆N₂O) is a perovskite crystallization modulator that uses cyanate anion lattice coordination to independently control nucleation density and growth rate while passivating grain boundary and surface defects, but requires strict inert-atmosphere glovebox storage due to hygroscopic and light-sensitive properties that cause irreversible stoichiometric degradation upon moisture exposure.

Positive

  • Cyanate Anion Crystallization Modulation: The cyanate anion directly participates in perovskite lattice coordination, enabling independent control of nucleation density and growth rate, a fundamentally different mechanism compared to halide-only or thiocyanate-based additives.
  • Grain Boundary and Surface Passivation: The cyanate group coordinates with under-coordinated metal sites at grain boundaries and film surfaces, passivating deep-level trap states and reducing non-radiative recombination losses for enhanced charge carrier transport.

Trade-offs

  • Strict Moisture and Light Sensitivity: The material is hygroscopic and light-sensitive; exposure to atmospheric moisture causes deliquescence and hydrolysis, irreversibly degrading precursor stoichiometry. Long-term storage requires a nitrogen-filled glovebox (H₂O < 1 ppm, O₂ < 1 ppm).
  • Handling and Compatibility Hazards: The cyanate group may present irritant properties; gloves and a mask are required to avoid skin contact and dust inhalation. The material must not be stored with strong acids or strong oxidizing agents.

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