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Safety Data Sheet EN

Guanidine thiocyanate

CAS 593-84-0
EC 209-812-1

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Guanidine thiocyanate
Product Code
0017
Chemical Name
Guanidine thiocyanate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
593-84-0 Check regulations →
EC Number
209-812-1 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2120735072-65-xxxx

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemical Laboratory and analytical use

Uses advised against

Do not use for squirting or spraying. Do not use for products which come into direct contact with the skin. Do not use for private purposes (household). Food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Carl Roth GmbH + Co. KG logo

Carl Roth GmbH + Co. KG

manufacturer

Schoemperlenstr. 3-5, D-76185 Karlsruhe, Germany

+49 (0) 721 - 56 06 0

http://www.carlroth.de

Emergency Contacts

National Poisons Information Centre Beaumont Hospital

+353 1 809 2166

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H312
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Skin Corr. Cat. 1B H314
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 3 H412

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Name of substance Guanidine thiocyanate Molecular formula C₂H₆N₄S Molar mass 118,2[g] /mol REACH Reg. No 01-2120735072-65-xxxx CAS No 593-84-0 EC No 209-812-1 Index No 615-004-00-3

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Guanidine thiocyanate EC: 209-812-1 593-84-0 --- No

Guanidine thiocyanate ≥99%, for biochemistry

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Provide fresh air. In all cases of doubt, or when symptoms persist, seek medical advice.

Symptoms: Cough, Dyspnoea

Skin contact

After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.

Symptoms: Irritation, Corrosivity

Eye contact

In case of contact with eyes flush immediately with plenty of flowing water for 10 to 15 minutes holding eyelids apart and consult an ophthalmologist. Protect uninjured eye.

Symptoms: Irritation, Risk of serious damage to eyes

Ingestion

Rinse mouth immediately and drink plenty of water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician immediately.

Symptoms: If swallowed danger of perforation of the esophagus and the stomach (strong corrosive effects).

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediate medical treatment required because corrosive injuries that are not treated are hard to cure. Call a physician immediately.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

co-ordinate firefighting measures to the fire surroundings! water, foam, alcohol resistant foam, dry extinguishing powder, ABC-powder

Unsuitable media

water jet

Specific hazards

Combustible.

Instructions

Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance.

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear full chemical protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothes. Do not breathe dust.

Environmental

Keep away from drains, surface and ground water. Retain contaminated washing water and dispose of it.

Cleanup methods

Take up mechanically. Control of dust.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Handle and open container with care. Avoid dust formation. Clear contaminated areas thoroughly.

Storage

Store in a dry place.

Hygiene

Wash hands before breaks and after work. Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Wear suitable gloves. Chemical protection gloves are suitable, which are tested according to EN 374. Check leak-tightness/impermeability prior to use. For special purposes, it is recommended to check the resistance to chemicals of the protective gloves mentioned above together with the supplier of these gloves. The times are approximate values from measurements at 22 ° C and permanent contact. Increased temperatures due to heated substances, body heat etc. and a reduction of the effective layer thickness by stretching can lead to a considerable reduction of the breakthrough time. If in doubt, contact manufacturer. At an approx. 1.5 times larger / smaller layer thickness, the respective breakthrough time is doubled / halved. The data apply only to the pure substance. When transferred to substance mixtures, they may only be considered as a guide. Type of material: NBR (Nitrile rubber). Material thickness: >0,11 mm. Breakthrough times of the glove material: >480 minutes (permeation: level 6).

Eyes

Use safety goggle with side protection. Wear face protection.

Respiratory

Respiratory protection necessary at: Dust formation. Particulate filter device (EN 143). P2 (filters at least 94 % of airborne particles, colour code: White).

Environmental

Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Voc Content
---
Upper Explosive Limit
not relevant (solid)
Colour Intensity
---
Physical State Data
solid
Colour
whitish
Softening Point
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Solubility
---
Lower Explosive Limit
not relevant (solid)
Crystallisation Point
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
not determined
Melting Point
118 – 121 °C (ECHA)
Freezing Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
>115 °C
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Explosive Limits
---
Physical State
solid
Odor Threshold
---
Solidification Point
---
Vapor Density
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Flash Point
not applicable
Form
crystalline
Partition Coefficient
-1,5 (pH value: ≥6,2, 20 °C) (ECHA)
Kinematic Viscosity
not relevant
Density
1,29[g] /cm³ at 20 °C
Vapor Pressure
not determined
Molecular Weight
---
Ph
5 – 7 (in aqueous solution: 1.420 g/l, 20 °C)
Relative Density
---
Solubility In Water
1.562[g] /l at 20 °C (ECHA)
Odor
odourless
Bulk Density
500 – 700[kg] /m³
Cloud Point
---
Appearance
---
Boiling Point
not determined
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
Flammability
this material is combustible, but will not ignite readily
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The material is stable under normal ambient and anticipated storage and handling conditions of temperature and pressure.

Reactivity

The product in the delivered form is not dust explosion capable; the enrichment of fine dust however leads to the danger of dust explosion.

Hazardous reactions

Release of an acute toxic gas: Acids, Violent reaction with: Peroxides, Oxidiser

Avoid

Keep away from heat. Decomposition takes place from temperatures above: >115 °C.

Incompatible

Acids

Decomposition

Hazardous combustion products: see section 5.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
1759
Shipping Name
CORROSIVE SOLID, N.O.S.
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
II
ADR

Provisions for dangerous goods (ADR) should be complied within the premises.

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Guanidine thiocyanate?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Guanidine thiocyanate?

Guanidine thiocyanate is a solid with whitish color. It has odourless odor.

What is Guanidine thiocyanate used for?

Laboratory chemical Laboratory and analytical use

What are the hazard statements for Guanidine thiocyanate?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H302 + H312 + H332: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

What is the melting point of Guanidine thiocyanate?

The melting point is 118 – 121 °C (ECHA) and the boiling point is not determined.