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Potassium cyanide

CAS 151-50-8
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What is Potassium cyanide?

Potassium cyanide (CAS: 151-50-8). It's a granules substance commonly used SU24 Scientific research and development

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Safety Information

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
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Hazard Statements

  • H300: Fatal if swallowed.
  • H310: Fatal in contact with skin.
  • H330: Fatal if inhaled.
  • H370: Causes damage to the heart, the reproductive system and the brain. Route of exposure: Oral.
  • H372: Causes damage to the thyroid through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral.

Precautionary Statements

  • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
  • P284: [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
  • P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
  • P320: Specific treatment is urgent (see on this label). Store locked up.
  • P405:
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

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Properties

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Physical State
Not available
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
Granules
Colour
Not available
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Granules
Odor
Not determined
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not applicable.
Melting Point
634 ℃ (1173 ºF)
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: 12136

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for Potassium cyanide?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is Potassium cyanide used for?

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What are the hazard statements for Potassium cyanide?

This substance has 5 hazard statements: H300: Fatal if swallowed. H310: Fatal in contact with skin. H330: Fatal if inhaled. H370: Causes damage to the heart, the reproductive system and the brain. Route of exposure: Oral. H372: Causes damage to the thyroid through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral.

What is the melting point of Potassium cyanide?

The melting point is 634 ℃ (1173 ºF) and the boiling point is 1625 ℃ (2957 ºF).