Encapsulated Cyanide Pellets
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date of issue 10th January 1999
CLASSIFICATION: CAUTION, THIS PRODUCT IS CLASSIFIED AS A DEADLY POISON (S1)
24HR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE: NATIONAL POISON CENTRE ph: 0800-764-766
1.0 COMMERCIAL PRODUCT NAME: FERATOX庐
1.1 CHEMICAL NAME: POTASSIUM CYANIDE (<=50% PURE KCN)
1.2 MANUFACTURERS PRODUCT CODE: FTOX
1.3 U.N. NUMBER: UN 1680
1.4 DANGEROUS GOODS CLASS: (IMDG) POISONOUS SUBSTANCE 6210/(ADG) 6.1B
1.5 HAZCHEM CODE: 4XE
1.6 TOXIC SUBSTANCES SCHEDULE: AS PER 1983 T.S.REGS, SECOND SCHEDULE-TOXIC CLASS 6.1B
1.7 PACKAGING GROUP: GROUP: 11
USES: STRICTLY FOR PEST CONTROL
2.0 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
2.1 APPEARANCE & PROPERTIES: Encapsulated pellets ranging in diameter from 5mm to 15mm. Each
pellet will contain a lethal dose for the targeted species.
2.2 OUTER COAT: non-toxic feed material suitable for the targeted species. Core: slight odor of HN3 &
HCN (Almond), beige or green colour. Solubility in water: Coated pellet - insoluble *Core solubility - @
25掳C 72g/100g. Solubility in solvents: Coated pellet is insoluble in most common solvents (eg alcohol,
petrol & oils). Reactions: Coated pellet is relatively inert. KCN core - reacts on contact with acids (even
CO2) toxic HCN gas is formed, which may form explosive mixtures with air.
2.3 INGREDIENTS: Ingredients CAS No Percentage Potassium Cyanide 151-50-8 not less than 50%
Other inert ingredients determined not to be hazardous to 100%
3.0 HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION: The coated pellet is safe to handle provided it is unbroken
3.1 HEALTH EFFECTS: The following information pertains to the core material only: CAN BE FATAL IF
SWALLOWED AND CAN HAVE LONG TERM CHRONIC EFFECTS
3.2 (CYANOSIS) - DO NOT GET IN EYES, SKIN OR CLOTHING. AFTER CONTACT WITH SKIN, WASH
IMMEDIATELY WITH PLENTY OF WATER. EXPOSURE CAN CAUSE HEADACHE, DIZZINESS, NAUSEA,
VOMITING, LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS AND WEAKNESS. CONTACT WITH ACIDS LIBERATES VERY
TOXIC GAS.
3.3 FIRST AID: Broken pellets only
Swallowed: If victim is rapidly losing consciousness, is unconscious or convulsing do not give anything
by mouth. Have the victim rinse mouth thoroughly with water. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If vomiting
occurs naturally, rinse mouth and repeat administering water. Refer general information.
Eye: Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm gently flowing water for 20 minutes, by
the clock, holding the eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the non-affected
eye. Use anti-histamine eye drops.
Skin: Avoid contact with this chemical. Wear impervious gloves if possible. Flush-contaminated area
with lukewarm water for 20 minutes - under running water remove all contaminated clothing.
Completely decontaminate all articles before reuse or discard. Refer general comments below.
Inhaled: Take proper precautions to ensure your own safety before attempting rescue; i.e., wear
appropriate protective equipment, use the 'buddy' system. Remove source of contamination or move
victim to fresh air. Break open capsule of Amyl nitrite to aid revival. Refer general comments below.
Other first aid: OBTAIN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION!
*Serious to very serious poisoning (Patient unconscious, breathing has stopped, possible inclination to
convulse)
鈥? immediately call an ambulance, using keyword "cyanide poisoning"
鈥? prepare patient against heat loss
鈥? prepare infusion: 5ml ampoule 4-DMAP1 & 50ml 25% Sodium thiosulphate. - No mouth to
mouth/or nose to mouth! Administer "oxygen therapy" if breathing has stopped or
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if heart has stopped.
3.4 ADVICE TO DOCTORS:
Mild poisoning (Patient conscious, breathing regular): Keep the patient under observation for some
time. No specific antidote necessary, administer oxygen. If general condition worsens, slowly inject 10ml
25% sodium thiosulphate solution intravenously. Use Amyl Nitrate vials as per directions.
Serious poisoning (Patient unconscious, breathing irregular): Slowly inject 50ml sodium thiosulphate
intravenously through the needle already in position.
Very serious poisoning (Inclination to convulse, unconsciousness, dyspnea, breathing has stopped):
Treat with 50ml of 25% sodium thiosulphate intravenously as above. Apply artificial respiration and /or
CPR.
Oral poisoning: If the patient is unconscious, insert tube and evacuate the stomach.
4.0 ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Awareness for any Toxic Substance
4.1 PERSONAL PROTECTION:
IN DISTRIBUTION AREAS; Have appropriate equipment available for emergency use, i.e.; fire and
spills, ensure staff are aware of safe handling and emergency procedures - have suitable First Aid Kits
available.
Protective Equipment; Self-contained breathing apparatus, resistant clothing.
IN FIELD USE; For use by LICENSED personnel only! Follow the label instructions. Be aware of
correct bait laying and dispensing procedures. Always carry amyl nitrite vials, prepare a "Cyanide First
Aid Kit". Always wash hands after handling this material.
MAINTAIN GOOD HOUSEKEEPING AT ALL TIMES.
4.2 FLAMMABILITY: Non-combustible material, but releases flammable gases.
4.3 ENVIRONMENT: Pollutant. CONTAIN. Can be a major environmental hazard.
5.0 SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION:
5.1 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT:
FERATOX庐: THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IS ENCAPSULATED IN A HARD INERT COATING THEN PACKED
INTO SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED AIRTIGHT SHIPPING CONTAINERS PROVIDING AMPLE PROTECTION
AND SAFETY FROM MECHANICAL SHOCK LIKELY TO BE ENCOUNTERED DURING NORMAL HANDLING
AND STORAGE SITUATIONS. HOWEVER THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHOULD BE ADHERED TO:
STORAGE CONDITIONS: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight. Store away
from incompatible materials such as oxidising agents, acids, water and products containing water. Post
warning signs. Frequently inspect the containers in storage for damage and leakage.
5.2 HANDLING:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME; FERATOX庐 containing KCN. Minimise handling and avoid repacking product
into other containers. DO NOT load with class 1, 3*, 5.1*, 5.2*, 8*, foodstuff and foodstuff empties.
5.3 PACKING AND LABELLING: As required by the N.Z Health Dept, OSH and MAF. As required by the
standard for normal scheduling of drugs & poisons. 3
5.4 SPILLS & DISPOSAL: If containers of FERATOX庐 are broken, keep dry, collect into dry containers,
seal and return to the manufacturer as soon as possible or if any of the pellets are split/broken, bury in
ground. *in the event of LARGE SPILLS; ensure clean up is conducted by trained personnel only. Wear
adequate protective equipment. Ventilate area. Notify local authorities. Avoid dispersing cyanide dust
into the air. Put contaminant in suitable, covered, labelled containers. Flush area with water containing
an alkaline (eg; Sodium Carbonate). SMALL SPILLS / (SOLIDS); Shovel into clean, dry, labelled
containers and cover, either reclaim or return to the manufacturer for recycling /disposal as per
Environmental Management Resources Act protocol.
5.5 FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARDS: KCN DOES NOT BURN. USE WATER, SPRAY, DRY CHEMICAL OR
ALCOHOL FOAM. DO NOT USE; CARBON DIOXIDE OR ACIDIC DRY CHEMICAL EXTINGUISHERS, since
very toxic and flammable HCN will be released. FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES; Water spray is
recommended to fight fires in areas where FERATOX and cyanide is stored. Move containers from the
fire area, if it can be done without any risk. COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: HCN, Carbon Monoxide, Carbon
Dioxide, Nitrogen Oxides, Ammonia. FIRE FIGHTERS TO WEAR FULL BODY PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
AND BREATHING APPARATUS.
6.0 OTHER INFORMATION:
6.1 REACTIVITY DATA:
FERATOX庐 IS STABLE AND SAFE UNLESS THE ENCAPSULATED MATERIAL IS BROKEN. Stability - Stable if dry.
IF THE COATING IS BROKEN, core material decomposes to HCN in the presence of air or moisture.
INCOMPATIBILITY - MATERIALS TO AVOID;
*ACIDS AND ACID SALTS - Toxic and flammable HCN is released.
*STRONG OXIDISING AGENTS - Nitrates, Peroxides and Chlorates can cause violent or explosive reactions.
*CARBON DIOXIDE - Reacts to produce HCN.
*WATER - Reacts slowly to produce HCN.
*HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS - Ammonia, Potassium Hydroxide.
*HAZARDOUS POLYMERISATION - Does not occur.
*CORRISIVITY TO METALS - Solutions are corrosive to metals and alloys such as Aluminium, Zinc, Steel, Lead,
Silver, and several copper based alloys.
6.2 CONTACT POINTS:
DR. A. LAVRENT - R & D SCIENTIST:
INNGROUP LTD Ph 9-828 5464.
7.0 DISCLAIMER: All information given in this data sheet and by the company's technical staff or
consultants is compiled from the best information currently available to the company. The company
accepts no responsibility whatsoever for its accuracy or for any results which may be obtained by
customers. Any customer who relies upon any advice or information given in this data sheet by the
company or by technical staff/consultants will not be liable for any loss or damage thereby suffered
notwithstanding any want of care on the part of the company or its staff or consultants on compiling or
giving the advice or information.
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