THIOCYANIC ACID | ICSC: 1671 (October 2006) |
Hydrogen rhodanide |
CAS #: 463-56-9 |
EC Number: 207-337-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO contact with acids, bases or oxidizing agents. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. | |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. | |
Eyes | Wear safety spectacles. | 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. | Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: filter respirator for acid gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered containers as far as possible. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria WARNING
Harmful if swallowedMay cause damage to thyroid through prolonged or repeated exposure Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases and food and feedstuffs. Ventilation along the floor. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
THIOCYANIC ACID | ICSC: 1671 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: HSCN |
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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Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health, therefore utmost care must be taken. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xn; R: 20/21/22-32-52/53; S: (2)-13-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations