| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Potassium thiocyanate | 【Synonyms】
Arterocyn
Potassium Isothiocyanate
Rhocya | 【CAS】
333-20-0 | 【Formula】
CKNS | 【Molecular Weight】
97.18 | 【EINECS】
206-370-1 | 【RTECS】
XL1925000 | 【RTECS Class】
Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data | 【Merck】
12,7866 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
21362 (G) | 【EC Index Number】
615-004-00-3 | 【EC Class】
harmful |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Colorless to white, odorless crystals. | 【Solubility in water】
71 g/L (25 C) | 【Melting Point】
175 | 【Boiling Point】
500 | 【Density】
1.61 g/cm3 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
| 【Usage】
Production of artificial mustard oil, fungicide, insecticide. | 【Vapor Density】
N/R | 【Refractive Index】
1.558 (174 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid. May cause irritation of the digestive tract and possible burns. | 【Inhalation】
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Keep away from acids. Store in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye irritation. Poisoning can cause swelling of the eyelids, delerium, blurred vision, and hallucinations. | 【Ingestion】
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 20/21/22 32 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 13 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149. | 【Exposure Effects】
Effects may be delayed. | 【Exposure limit(s)】
OSHA TWA: 5 mg/m3 as CN | 【Poison Class】
3 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
500 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Extinguishing media: For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Incompatibilities】
Acids, methanoic acid, oxalic acid), strong oxidizing agents. | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, oxides of sulfur, carbon dioxide, cyanide fumes. |
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| Company Name: |
Alfa Aesar |
| Tel: |
400-6106006 |
| Fax: |
021-67582001/03/05 |
| WebSite: |
http://chemicals.thermofisher.cn |
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