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Potassium thiocyanate for analysis EMSURE® ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur

CAS 333-20-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Potassium thiocyanate for analysis EMSURE® ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur
Product Code
1.05125

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
333-20-0 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119543697-26-XXXX

Identified Uses

Reagent for analysis

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV

manufacturer

Ildefonse Vandammestraat 5/7B, B-1560 HOEILAART

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H312
Eye Dam. 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.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Potassium thiocyanate EC: 206-370-1 333-20-0 --- Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air. If breathing stops: mouth-to-mouth breathing or artificial respiration. Oxygen if necessary. Immediately call in physician.

Skin contact

In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediately call in physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.

Instructions

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

Firefighter Protection

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid inhalation of dusts. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry. Recommended storage temperature see product label.

Hygiene

Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Full contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Splash contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril® L.

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles

Respiratory

required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter type: Filter type P2. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

protective clothing

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
crystalline
Odor Threshold
---
Melting Point
173 °C
Flash Point
Not applicable
Softening Point
---
Odor
odorless
Physical State Data
solid
Voc Content
---
Flammability
The product is not flammable. - Flammability (solids)
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances n-octanol/water
Auto Ignition Temperature
not auto-flammable
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Molecular Weight
---
Freezing Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Explosive Limits
---
Solidification Point
---
Properties Status
---
Solubility
---
Vapor Pressure
< 0,1 hPa at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 104
Solubility In Fat
---
Form
---
Solubility In Water
1.000 g/l at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 105- completely soluble
Bulk Density
ca.750 - 1.000 kg/m3
Density
1,890 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Colour Intensity
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Boiling Point
<= 400 °C at 1.013 hPa - OECD Test Guideline 103
Decomposition Temperature
500 °C
Appearance
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Ph
4,8 at 1.070 g/l at 20,1 °C
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
1,91 at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 109
Cloud Point
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Colour
white
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.

Hazardous reactions

Risk of explosion with: perchloryl fluoride, Strong oxidizing agents; Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with: Chlorites

Avoid

Avoid moisture.

Incompatible

perchloryl fluoride, Strong oxidizing agents, Acids, Chlorites

Decomposition

Hydrogen cyanide (hydrocyanic acid), dangerous gases or fumes in contact with acids

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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

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14

Transport Information

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

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 Potassium thiocyanate for analysis EMSURE® ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Potassium thiocyanate for analysis EMSURE® ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur?

Potassium thiocyanate for analysis EMSURE® ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur is a crystalline with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is Potassium thiocyanate for analysis EMSURE® ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur used for?

Reagent for analysis

What are the hazard statements for Potassium thiocyanate for analysis EMSURE® ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H302 + H312 + H332: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Potassium thiocyanate for analysis EMSURE® ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur?

The melting point is 173 °C and the boiling point is <= 400 °C at 1.013 hPa - OECD Test Guideline 103.