TYPES
OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE
HAZARDS/
CLINICAL SIGNS/
SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION/
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT |
FIRST
AID/
FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Not combustible. Heating will cause rise in pressure
with risk of bursting. Gives off irritating or toxic gases including
cyanide gas in a fire.
|
N/A |
In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing
agents allowed. Cool exposed containers with water. |
EXPLOSION |
N/A |
N/A |
In case of fire: cool cylinder by spraying with water
but avoid contact of the substance with water. |
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE |
|
Synopsis: |
Cyanogen Chloride has properties similar to riot
control agents and it can cause irritation of the eyes, nose, and
airways resulting in lacrimation (tearing), rhinorrhea (runny nose),
and increased fluid production in the lungs. |
AVOID ALL CONTACT! |
(See ATSDR
Toxicology Profile on cyanide and ATSDR medical management guidelines
on hydrogen cyanide.)
|
Inhalation: |
- Runny nose (rhinorrhea).
- Sore throat.
- Drowsiness.
- Confusion.
- Nausea.
- Vomiting.
- Cough.
- Unconsciousness.
- Edema with symptoms which may be delayed (See Notes.)
|
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
Pressure demand, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) (SCBA
CBRN, if available) is recommended in response to non-routine emergency
situations.
CBRN, Full Facepiece APR (when available) is recommended in non-routine,
emergency situation environments less than IDLH but above REL or
PEL levels.
|
Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial
respiration if indicated.
Seek medical attention immediately. |
Skin: |
Cyanogen Chloride is readily absorbed through
intact skin causing systemic effects without irritant effects on
the skin.
On contact with liquid frostbite may occur. The liquid may be
absorbed.
Redness. Pain.
|
Cold-insulating gloves. Butyl rubber gloves. Teflon,
Responder, or Tychem Protective clothing.
|
Frostbite: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT
remove clothes.
Seek medical attention immediately. |
Eyes: |
On contact with liquid: frostbite.
Redness. Pain. Excess tears (lacrimation).
|
Face shield, or eye protection in combination
with breathing protection.
|
First rinse with plenty of water for several
minutes.
Seek medical attention immediately. |
Ingestion: |
N/A |
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands
before eating. |
N/A |
| |
OCCUPATIONAL
EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs): |
OSHA PEL: N/A
NIOSH REL: C 0.3 ppm (0.6 mg/m3)
ACGIH TLV: 0.3 ppm; as (ceiling value) (ACGIH 2002).
NIOSH IDLH: N/A |
SAMPLING AND ANALYTICAL
METHODS: |
NIOSH: N/A
OSHA: N/A |
|
DECONTAMINATION |
Patients/victims:
Wet contaminated clothing should be removed and the underlying skin
washed with soap and water or water alone for 2-3 minutes.
Equipment: N/A Environment:
(See Spillage Disposal.)
|
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL |
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert!
Ventilation. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Remove vapor cloud
with fine water spray. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Chemical protection
suit including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Storage:
Fireproof if in building. Provision to contain effluent from fire
extinguishing. Cool. |
PACKAGING
& LABELLING
|
UN # 1589
(inhibited) (Guide 125) |
| Marine Pollutant |
| Hazard Class: 2.3 |
| Subsidiary Risks: 8 |
| UN # 1589 (inhibited) Guide 125 |
NFPA 704 Signal:
Health - N/A
Flammability - N/A
Reactivity - N/A
Special - N/A |
| |
IMPORTANT
DATA |
PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
Colorless compressed liquefied gas, with pungent odor.
PHYSICAL DANGERS:
The gas is heavier than air.
CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic and corrosive
fumes (hydrogen cyanide, hydrochloric acid, nitrogen oxides). Reacts
slowly with water or water vapor to form hydrogen chloride.
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.
INHALATION RISK:
A harmful concentration of this gas in the air will be reached very
quickly on loss of containment.
EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance severely irritates the eyes with excessive tearing
(lacrimation), the skin and the respiratory tract causing runny
nose (rhinorrhea) and edema (fluid buildup in the lungs). Cyanides
poison the vital organs of the body (for example the lungs and heart)
including areas of the brain that regulates proper functioning of
those organs. Exposure may result in convulsions, unconsciousness
and in death. (See Notes.) Inhalation of the substance may cause lung
edema (see Notes). The effects may be delayed. Rapid evaporation
of the liquid may cause frostbite. Medical observation is indicated.
EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
unknown
|
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES |
Melting Point: 21.2°F (-6°C) |
| Boiling Point: 56.8°F (13.8°C)
|
| Vapor Pressure (25°C): 1230 mm
Hg |
| Density/Specific Gravity (20°C):
1.19 |
| Volatility: N/A |
| Relative vapor density (air = 1):
2.16 |
| Aqueous solubility(20°C): soluble |
| Flashpoint: N/A |
| Flammability: N/A |
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA |
The substance is very toxic to aquatic
organisms. |
ACUTE EXPOSURE
GUIDELINES (AEGLs)
|
| |
10 min |
30 min |
1hr |
4 hr |
8 hr |
| AEGL 1 (discomfort, non-disabling) |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
| AEGL 2 (irreversible or other serious,
long-lasting effects or impaired ability to escape) |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
AEGL 3 (life-threatening effects or death)
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
|
NOTES |
| The occupational
exposure limit value should not be exceeded during any part of the
working exposure. The symptoms of lung edema (buildup of fluid in
the lungs) often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed
and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation
is therefore essential. Specific treatment is necessary in case of
poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions
must be available. Do NOT spray water on leaking cylinder (to prevent
corrosion of cylinder). Turn leaking cylinder with the leak pointing
up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. |
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ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION |
Trade Names and Other Synonyms
|
| |
GLOSSARY
OF ACRONYMS |
APR - Air-purifying
Respirator
CBRN - Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear
IDLH - Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health
REL - Recommended Exposure Limit
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit
SCBA - Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus |
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IMPORTANT
NOTICE: |
CYANOGEN CHLORIDE (ERC506-77-4)
The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant STATE
or TERRITORY legislation before use. NIOSH, CDC 2003 |