AMMONIUM THIOCYANATE AR/ACS

AMMONIUM THIOCYANATE AR/ACS

Synonyms : Ammonium rhodanide

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name : AMMONIUM THIOCYANATE AR
Catalogue No. : AL0407 Product form : Substance
CAS Number : 1762-95-4 EC Number :
Grade : EC Index Number :
Chemical Formula : HSN Code : 28429090
Synonyms : Ammonium rhodanide
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture : Industrial For professional use only
Uses advised against : No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification : Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,
Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053
Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail : Phone : +91 22 26317055
Mobile : +91 9820385757
e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Acute toxicity (oral),
Category 4
H302
Acute toxicity (dermal),
Category 4
H312
Acute toxicity (inhal.),
Category 4
H332
Hazardous to the aquatic
environment Chronic
Hazard, Category 3
H412
Full text of H statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Xn; R20
Xn; R21
Xn; R22
R52/53
R32
Full text of R-phrases: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP) : GHS07GHS07
Signal word (CLP) : Warning
Hazard statements (CLP) : H302+H312+H332 - Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (CLP) : P273 - Avoid release to the environment.
P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection.
EUH-statements : EUH032 - Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards : No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substance
Name : AMMONIUM THIOCYANATE AR/ACS
CAS No. : 1762-95-4
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Wash skin with plenty of water.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation
persists: Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth out with water. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use : No additional information available
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information : Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Carbon dioxide. Dry powder. Foam. Water spray.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures : No additional information available
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory
protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment Use personal protective equipment as required
Emergency procedures Ventilate area.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as
possible. On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference : No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe vapours. Avoid dust formation.
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection : Protective gloves
Eye protection : Chemical goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection : Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection : [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid
Molecular mass : 76.12 g/mol
Colour : White crystalline.
Odour : odourless.
Odour threshold : No data available
pH value : 4 - 5.5
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting point : 152 - 154 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : No data available
Relative vapour density at 20°C : No data available
Density : 1.15 g/cm3
Solubility : Water: 76.1 g/l at 20 °C
Log Pow : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
Explosive limits : No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Air contact. Moisture.
10.5 Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No additional information available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Oral: Harmful if swallowed. Dermal: Harmful in contact with skin. Inhalation: Harmful
if inhaled.
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified
pH: 4 - 5.5
Serious eye damage/irritation : Not classified
pH: 4 - 5.5
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
STOT-single exposure : Not classified
STOT-repeated exposure : Not classified

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information : Ecology - water : May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life.
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability : AMMONIUM THIOCYANATE AR/ACS (1762-95-4) Persistence and degradability May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment.
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential : No additional information available
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil : No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions : No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation.

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) : Not applicable
UN-No. (IMDG) : Not applicable
UN-No. (IATA) : Not applicable
UN-No. (ADN) : Not applicable
UN-No. (RID) : Not applicable
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name (RID) : Not applicable
Transport document description (ADR) : Not applicable
Transport document description (IMDG) : Not applicable
Transport document description (IATA) : Not applicable
Transport document description (ADN) : Not applicable
Transport document description (RID) : Not applicable
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) : Not applicable
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) : Not applicable
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) : Not applicable
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) : Not applicable
RID
Transport hazard class(es) : Not applicable
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) : Not applicable
Packing group (IMDG) : Not applicable
Packing group (IATA) : Not applicable
Packing group (ADN) : Not applicable
Packing group (RID) : Not applicable
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment : No
Marine pollutant : No
Other information : No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
No data available
- Transport by sea
No data available
- Air transport
No data available
- Inland waterway transport
No data available
- Rail transport
No data available
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
Reference to AwSV : Water hazard class (WGK) 1, low hazard to water (Classification according to AwSV;
ID No. 1442)
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal
Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV
: Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Netherlands
SZW-lijst van kankerverwekkende stoffen : The substance is not listed
SZW-lijst van mutagene stoffen : The substance is not listed
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de
voortplanting giftige stoffen- Borstvoeding
: The substance is not listed
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de
voortplanting giftige stoffen-
Vruchtbaarheid
: The substance is not listed
NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de
voortplanting giftige stoffen- Ontwikkeling
: The substance is not listed
Denmark
Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product
Pregnant/breastfeeding women working with the product must not be in direct
contact with the product
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-statements:
Acute Tox. 4 (Dermal) Acute toxicity (dermal), Category 4
Acute Tox. 4 (Inhalation) Acute toxicity (inhal.), Category 4
Acute Tox. 4 (Oral) Acute toxicity (oral), Category 4
Aquatic Chronic 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment — Chronic Hazard, Category 3
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
EUH032 Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
R20 Harmful by inhalation
R21 Harmful in contact with skin
R22 Harmful if swallowed
R32 Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas
R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Xn Harmful