General Information
Revision date
2017-10-20
Product name
SODIUM CYANIDE,
Product Synonyms
Cyanide of sodium
CAS No.
143-33-9
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 according to 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 1 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 1 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Corrosive to metals Category 1
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Fatal if swallowed Fatal in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Causes serious eye irritation May be corrosive to metals
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
Contact with acid liberates 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/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Keep only in original container
Response
Absorb spillage to prevent material damage 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 advice/attention. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Remove/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 doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in corrosive resistant/ .? container with a resistant inner liner
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
