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EC/CAS
200-821-6/74-90-8
Name of the chemical
Hydrogen cyanide
Concentration
>60%
General Information
Version
2.1
Revision date
2015-05-26
Product name
HYDROGEN CYANIDE (PRODUCT OBSOLETE)
Product Synonyms
CYCLON • HCN • HCN - ANHYDROUS, STABILIZED • HYDROCYANIC ACID • PRUSSIC ACID
CAS No.
74-90-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
BY-PRODUCT OF SODIUM CYANIDE • CHEMICAL REAGENT • FUMIGANT
supplier name
BOC LIMITED (AUSTRALIA)
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Company Information
company name
BOC LIMITED (AUSTRALIA)
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H220, H280, H330, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H220
Extremely flammable gas
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard statements
H220 Extremely flammable gas. H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P284 Wear respiratory protection.
Response
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P320 Specific treatment is urgent - see first aid instructions. P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. P381 Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P410 + P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with relevant regulations.
Other hazards
No information provided
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO AUSTRALIAN WHS REGULATIONS GHS classification(s) Gases Under Pressure: Compressed gas Acute Toxicity: Inhalation: Category 2 Aquatic Toxicity (Chronic): Category 1 Flammable Gases: Category 1
