General Information
Version
1.6 / CA
Revision date
2008-10-13
Product name
CyPlus Sodium Cyanide, Granulate 98/99 %
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For industrial use Preparation Function Electroplating agent Gold mining
supplier name
CyPlus Canada Inc
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Company Information
company name
CyPlus Canada Inc
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
*** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW *** Form-solid Colour-white Odour-distinct, similar to bitter almond Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Hydrocyanic acid may cause all degrees of poisoning. Under the action of acids (as well as carbon dioxide !) hydrocyanic acid is released which is combustible and may react with air to explosive gas mixtures. Avoid contact with acids, air humidity, water. Causes severe eye burns. Eye contact Corrosive. May cause burns resulting in permanent damage. Skin Contact Highly toxic. May be fatal if absorbed through the skin. Inhalation Highly toxic. May be fatal if inhaled. Ingestion Highly toxic. May be fatal if swallowed.
