General Information
Revision date
2017-09-05
Product name
POTASSIUM THIOCYANATE
Product Synonyms
C-N-S.K, KSCN KCNS, thiocyanic acid, potassium salt potassium sulphocyanate, potassium sulfocyanate potassium rhodanide potassium rhodanate, potassium isothiocyanate potassium thiocyanide rhodanide rodanca, rhocya thio-cara arterocyn aterocyn
Chemical name
potassium thiocyanate
CAS No.
333-20-0
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Used as a chemical reagent; in the manufacture of sulfocyanides and thioureas; in printing and dyeing textiles; photographic restrainer and intensifier; synthetic dyestuffs. [~Regeant ~]
Emergency telephone
07 3009 4188
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Bio-Strategy Pty Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
csaus@bio-strategy.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H312, H332, H361, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. Poisons Schedule Not Applicable Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Acute Toxicity (Dermal) Category 4, Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) Category 4, Reproductive Toxicity Category 2*, Acute Aquatic [1] *LIMITED EVIDENCE Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HSIS ; 3. Classification drawn from EC Directive 1272/2008 - Annex VI
Hazard categories
3, Chronic Aquatic Hazard Category 3
Signal word
WARNING
Hazard statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed. H312 Harmful in contact with skin. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.* H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. AUH032 Contact with acid liberates very toxic gas *LIMITED EVIDENCE
Supplemental label elements
Not Applicable
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes.
Response
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
Storage
P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
