POTASSIUM THIOCYANATE | ICSC: 1088 (April 2004) |
Thiocyanic acid, potassium salt Potassium sulfocyanate Potassium rhodanide |
CAS #: 333-20-0 |
EC Number: 206-370-1 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Further see Ingestion. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. | |
Eyes | Wear safety goggles 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 | Confusion. Convulsions. Nausea. Vomiting. Weakness. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong oxidants. Dry. Well closed. | |
PACKAGING | |
POTASSIUM THIOCYANATE | ICSC: 1088 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: KSCN |
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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ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xn; R: 20/21/22-32-52/53; S: (2)-13-61; Note: A |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations