General Information
Revision date
2019-11-12
Product name
SILVER CYANIDE,
Product Synonyms
Cyanure d"argent [French]
CAS No.
506-64-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
In silver plating. Electroplating agent
supplier name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 2 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 1 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled Causes serious eye irritation
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection
Response
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention. IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician Rinse mouth
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations as applicable