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CAS Number: 333-20-0
Product Catalog
93-1952
Potassium › Potassium thiocyanate, 99+% (ACS)| CAS Number: | 333-20-0 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00011413 |
| Molecular Formula: | CKNS |
| Molecular Weight: | 97.18 |
| Chemical Formula: | KSCN |
| Color and Form: | white xtl. |
| Note: |
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Potassium thiocyanate, 99+% (ACS) |
| Product Number: | 93-1952 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 333-20-0 |
| Formula: | KSCN |
| EINECS Number: | 206-370-1 |
| Chemical Family: | inorganic compound |
| Synonym: | Potassium sulfocyanate, Potassium thiocyanide, Potassium isothiocyanate |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 333-20-0 | 100 | no data | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | May be irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin, and by inhalation. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, eyes |
| Eye Contact: | May cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin. Harmful in contact with skin. |
| Inhalation: | Dust may be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Harmful by inhalation. |
| Ingestion: | High doses cause sleepiness, dizziness and hallucinogenic effects. Harmful if swallowed. |
| Acute Health Effects: | May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. High doses cause sleepiness, dizziness and hallucinogenic effects. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin, and if swallowed. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. |
| NTP: | No |
| IARC: | No |
| OSHA: | No |
| SECTION 4: First Aid Measures | |
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| Eye Exposure: | Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention. |
| Skin Exposure: | Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists. |
| Inhalation: | Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance. |
| Ingestion: | Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel. |
| SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures | |
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| Flash Point: | no data |
| Autoignition Temperature: | no data |
| Explosion Limits: | no data |
| Extinguishing Medium: | dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam. |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. |
| Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: | If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazards. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non combustible adsorbent and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store the material in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory. |
| Skin Protection: | Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing. |
| Ventilation: | If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respiratory Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134. |
| Additional Protection: | No additional protection required. |
| SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties | |
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| Color and Form: | white xtl. |
| Molecular Weight: | 97.18 |
| Melting Point: | no data |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | not applicable |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | 177.2g/100cc (0C) |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | air and moisture stable |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | none |
| Incompatibility: | oxidizing agents, active metals and halogens |
| Decomposition Products: | cyanide fumes, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides and potassium oxide. |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Oral (human); LDLo: 80 mg/kg. Oral (human-man); TDLo: 428 mg/kg. Oral (rat); LD50: 854 mg/kg. Subcutaneous (rat): LDLo: 1 gm/kg. Oral (mouse); LD50:594 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: 600 mg/kg. Intravenous (mouse); LD50: 88200 ug/kg. Intravenous (dog); LDLo: 100 mg/lg. Oral (rabbit); LDLo: 500 mg/kg. Subcutaneous (rabbit); LDLo: 550 mg/kg. Intravenous (rabbit); LDLo: 150 mg/kg. Oral (domestic); TDLo: 1779mg/kg, 1-20 weeks after conception. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | no data |
| Mutagenic Effects: | Insufficient data. |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | Possible reproductive effector |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | No information available |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Non-hazardous |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | NA |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | NA |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Non-hazardous |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | NA |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | NA |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound not listed |
| Second Ingredient: | none |
| Third Ingredient: | none |
| SECTION 16: Other Information | |
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| Disclaimer: | The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. |
| Preparation Date: | 5/23/2004 |
| Revision Date: | 2/24/2012 |
