METHYLENE BIS(THIOCYANATE) | ICSC: 1287 (April 2000) |
Thiocyanic acid, methylene ester Methylene dithiocyanate |
CAS #: 6317-18-6 |
EC Number: 228-652-3 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | 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! STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | See Notes. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Pain. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | 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 | See Notes. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
METHYLENE BIS(THIOCYANATE) | ICSC: 1287 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C3H2N2S2 / SCNCH2SCN |
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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The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use. |
NOTES |
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Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health, therefore utmost care must be taken. Effects of this compound are due to release of cyanide. See ICSC 0492. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: T+, N; R: 25-26-34-43-50; S: (1/2)-26-28-36/37/39-45-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations