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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
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!  
  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
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
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed. 
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
METHYLENE BIS(THIOCYANATE) ICSC: 1287
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides. Reacts with strong acids. This generates toxic hazard. 

Formula: C3H2N2S2 / SCNCH2SCN
Molecular mass: 130.2
Melting point: 105-107°C
Solubility in water: none 


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin. See Notes. 

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use. 

NOTES
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
  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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