International Chemical Safety Cards

SODIUM THIOCYANATE ICSC: 0675
SODIUM THIOCYANATE
Sodium sulfocyanate
Sodium rhodanide
NaSCN
Molecular mass: 81.1
CAS # 540-72-7
RTECS # XL2275000
ICSC # 0675
EC # 615-004-00-3
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION


 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!

INHALATION Cough. Sore throat.
Local exhaust.
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN Redness.
Protective gloves.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
EYES Redness. Pain.
Face shield.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Confusion. Convulsions. Weakness.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
Separated from acids, bases and oxidants. Dry. Keep in the dark. Well closed.
Airtight.
Xn symbol
R: 20/21/22-32
S: (2-)13
Note: A
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ICSC: 0675 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS OR WHITE DELIQUESCENT CRYSTALS.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating and under influence of light producing toxic fumes of sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides and cyanides. Reacts violently with acids, strong bases and strong oxidants.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion.

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

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system , resulting in convulsions and confusion.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the blood, central nervous system and thyroid , resulting in anaemia, lesions of blood cells and emociation.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Melting point: ca. 300°C
 Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 21°C: 167
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0675 SODIUM THIOCYANATE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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