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IODINE CYANIDE
ICSC: 0662
Peer-Review Status: 22.04.2005 Validated
Cyanogen iodide 
CAS #: 506-78-5 RTECS #: NN1750000
UN #: 1588
EC #: 006-007-00-5
EINECS #: 208-053-3
 		    Formula: CNI
Molecular mass: 152.9

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.    In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. 
EXPLOSION     In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water. 
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!  IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! 
Inhalation Sore throat. Headache. Confusion. Weakness. Shortness of breath. Convulsions. Unconciousness. See Notes.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. No mouth-to-mouth artificial respiration. Administration of oxygen may be needed. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain. See Inhalation.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles, face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Burning sensation. Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. See Inhalation.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.  Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Wear protective gloves when inducing vomiting. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. NO mouth-to-mouth artificial respiration. Administration of oxygen may be needed. Refer for medical attention . See Notes. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.  Airtight.
Unbreakable packaging.
Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Marine pollutant. 
EC Classification
Symbol: T+, N; R: 26/27/28-32-50/53; S: (1/2)-7-28-29-45-60-61; Note: A 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: I 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GT5-I or 61GT5-I-CY.  Separated from incompatible materials and food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS WITH PUNGENT ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
No data. 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on contact with acids, bases, ammonia or alcohols. This produces toxic gases including hydrogen cyanide. Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic gases including hydrogen cyanide. Reacts with carbon dioxide. This produces hydrogen cyanide. Reacts slowly with water. This produces hydrogen cyanide. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):. 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the cellular respiration. This may result in convulsions and unconsciousness. Exposure could cause death. Medical observation is indicated. See Notes. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the thyroid. 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Melting point: 146-147°C
Density: 2.84 g/cm³
Solubility in water: slow reaction
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25.2°C: 130
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 1.54   		The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. 

NOTES
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
Do NOT take working clothes home. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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