General Information
Version
6
Revision date
2021-12-24
Product name
Sodium cyanide
Product Synonyms
Hydrocyanic acid, sodium salt; Prussiate of soda; Cyanide of sodium
CAS No.
143-33-9
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Health hazards
Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May be corrosive to metals Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas
Prevention
Take any precaution to avoid mixing with acids Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wear respiratory protection Keep only in original container Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
Rinse mouth IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Absorb spillage to prevent material damage
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant inliner Store in a dry place
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
