General Information
Version
5
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
Sodium thiocyanate
Product Synonyms
Sodium rhodanate; Sodium sulfocyanate; Thiocyanic acid sodium salt; Sodium
CAS No.
540-72-7
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H373
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
Prevention
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
Response
Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off contaminated clothing Ingestion Rinse mouth
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Other hazards
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute dermal toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Liver, Blood, Thyroid.
