Silica-bonded vanadic acid [SiO2-VO(OH)2] as a heterogeneous and recyclable catalyst for thiocyanation of organic compounds in aqueous media at room temperature

► Synthesis of Silica-bonded vanadic acid [SiO2-VO(OH)2]. ► Application of silica vanadic acid in the thiocyanation reaction. ► Catalysis under room temperature and water as solvent. ► Easy work-up and reusability of the catalyst. ► Comparison of the obtained results with other catalysts.