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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Potassium ferricyanide
Catalog Numbers:
AC196780000, AC196781000, AC196785000, AC223110000, AC223111000,
AC223115000, NC9550062, NC9550063, NC9652051, NC9662274, P232-500, S80138A
Synonyms:
Red prussiate; Potassium hexacyanoferrate (III); Potassium
iron(III)cyanide.
Company Identification:
Fisher Scientific
1 Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information, call: 201-796-7100
Emergency Number: 201-796-7100
For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300
For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 13746-66-2 |
Potassium ferricyanide |
98+ | 237-323-3 |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: orange to red powder and chunks.
Caution! Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation.
Target Organs: None known.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the
skin.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed. May cause effects similar to
those of acute inhalation.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause anoxia,
characterized by weakness, headache, dizziness, confusion, cyanosis
(bluish discoloration of skin due to deficient oxygenation of the
blood), weak and irregular heart beat, collapse, unconsciousness,
convulsions, coma and death. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
Long term inhalation in rats caused changes in urine composition and
red blood cell
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. If irritation develo
ps, get medical aid.
Skin:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops or persists.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid if irritation or symptoms
occur.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers
cool. Substance is noncombustible.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or
alcohol-resistant foam. Do NOT use carbon dioxide.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Instability: 1
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. Do
not let this chemical enter the environment.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use only with
adequate ventilation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Store protected from light.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| Potassium ferricyanide
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1 mg/m3 TWA (as Fe) (listed under Iron salts (soluble)).
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1 mg/m3 TWA (as Fe) (listed under Iron salts (soluble)).
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5 mg/m3 TWA (listed under Cyanide anion).
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Potassium ferricyanide:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Powder and chunks
Appearance: orange to red
Odor: odorless
pH: ~6 (5% aq. sol.)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:Decomposes
Decomposition Temperature:> 200 deg C
Solubility: 464 g/L (20癈)
Specific Gravity/Density:1.850
Molecular Formula:C6FeK3N6
Molecular Weight:329.26
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Moisture sensitive. Light sensitive.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light, dust generation, moisture, excess
heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidizing agents, acids, ammonia, fluorine, sodium nitrate, nitrides
(e.g. potassium nitride, sodium nitride), chromium trioxide.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 13746-66-2:
LJ8225000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 13746-66-2:
Oral, mouse: LD50
= 2970 mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 13746-66-2:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No data available.
Teratogenicity:
No data available.
Reproductive Effects:
No data available.
Mutagenicity:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Neurotoxicity:
No information reported
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Fathead Minnow: LC50: 100 mg/l; 96H; Fish: Water Flea:
LC50: 80 mg/l; 96H;
Acute and long-term toxicity to fish and invertebrates: LC50/96hr for
fathead minnow: GT 100mg/L; LC50/96hr for water flea: 80mg/L.
Toxicity to aquatic and terrestrial plants: No plan germination
adverse effects at 10mg/L for ryegrass, radish and lettuce.
Environmental:
Bioaccumulation/Bioconcentration: Not likely to bioconcentrate.
Physical:
No information available.
Other:
Do not empty into drains.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
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Not Regulated. |
Not Regulated. |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 13746-66-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
CAS# 13746-66-2 is listed as a Priority Pollutant under the Clean
Water Act.
CAS# 13746-66-2 is listed as a Toxic Pollutant under the Clean Water
Act.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 13746-66-2 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, (listed as Iron
salts (soluble)), California, (listed as Cyanides, inorganic salts),
New Jersey, (listed as Cyanide anion), New Jersey, (listed as
Cyanides, inorganic salts), Pennsylvania, (listed as Iron salts
(soluble)), Pennsylvania, (listed as Cyanide anion), Minnesota,
(listed as Iron salts (soluble)), Massachusetts, (listed as Cyanide
anion).
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
Not available.
Risk Phrases:
R 32 Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 50A Do not mix with acids.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 13746-66-2: 2
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 13746-66-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 13746-66-2 (listed as Iron salts (soluble)) is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 4/26/1999
Revision #9 Date: 2/15/2008
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Fisher be liable
for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits
or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
damages, howsoever arising, even if Fisher has been advised of
the possibility of such damages.
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