General Information
Version
6.16
Revision date
2025-11-06
Product name
Sodium cyanide
CAS No.
143-33-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, +1-703- 527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H290, H300+H310+H330, H372, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H290
May be corrosive to metals
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Long term hazards
Category 1 aquatic hazard
2.3 Other hazards
Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H290 May be corrosive to metals. H300 + H310 + H330 Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H372 Causes damage to organs (Thyroid) through prolonged or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P234 Keep only in original container. P260 Do not breathe dust. P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing. P284 Wear respiratory protection.
Response
P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth. P302 + P350 + P310 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P314 Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P406 Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Corrosive to metals : Category 1 Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 1 Acute toxicity : Category 1 (Inhalation) Acute toxicity (Dermal) : Category 1 Specific target organ : Category 1 (Thyroid) toxicity - repeated exposure Short-term (acute) : Category 1 aquatic hazard Long-term (chronic) : Category 1 aquatic hazard Other hazards Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
