CYANOGEN CHLORIDE | ICSC: 1053 (October 1999) |
Chlorine cyanide Chlorocyanide Chlorocyanogen |
CAS #: 506-77-4 |
UN #: 1589 (inhibited) |
EC Number: 208-052-8 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Heating will cause rise in pressure with risk of bursting. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water. |
AVOID ALL CONTACT! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Sore throat. Drowsiness. Confusion. Nausea. Vomiting. Cough. Unconsciousness. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain. | Cold-insulating gloves. Protective clothing. | ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. Redness. Pain. | Wear 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 | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Remove vapour cloud with fine water spray. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof if in building. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Cool. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | |
PACKAGING | |
Marine pollutant. |
CYANOGEN CHLORIDE | ICSC: 1053 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: ClCN |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 0.3 ppm as STEL |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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The occupational exposure limit value should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure. The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate spray, by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Do NOT spray water on a leaking cylinder (to prevent corrosion of the cylinder). Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations