POTASSIUM FERROCYANIDE
MSDS Number: P5763 --- Effective Date: 12/08/96
1. Product Identification
Synonyms: Potassium hexacyanoferrate (II), trihydrate;
Tetrapotassium ferrocyanide, trihydrate; Ferrate (4-),
hexacyano, tetrapotassium, trihydrate
CAS No.: 13943-58-3
Molecular Weight: 422.39
Chemical Formula: K4Fe(CN)6 3H2O
Product Codes: J.T. Baker:
3114
Mallinckrodt:
6932
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Potassium Ferrocyanide 13943-58-3 98 - 100% Yes
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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CAUTION! MAY BE HARMFUL IF INHALED. MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES,
AND RESPIRATORY TRACT.
J.T. Baker SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience)
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Health Rating: 1 - Slight
Flammability Rating: 0 - None
Reactivity Rating: 1 - Slight
Contact Rating: 1 - Slight
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT
Storage Color Code: Orange (General Storage)
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Potential Health Effects
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Information on the human health effects from exposure to this substance is
limited. The sodium and potassium salts are apparently benign. They are not
decomposed to cyanide in the body.
Inhalation:
May cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include
coughing and shortness of breath.
Ingestion:
Large doses may cause gastrointestinal upset with nausea, vomiting,
diarrhea, and possible cramping.
Skin Contact:
May cause irritation with redness and pain.
Eye Contact:
May cause irritation, redness and pain.
Chronic Exposure:
No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
No information found.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Ingestion:
Give several glasses of water to drink to dilute. If large amounts were
swallowed, get medical advice.
Skin Contact:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly
clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention if
irritation persists.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:
Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Explosion:
Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
Special Information:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved
self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the
pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. May emit toxic and
flammable fumes of cyanide if involved in a fire.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment as specified in Section 8. Spills: Sweep up and containerize for
reclamation or disposal. Vacuuming or wet sweeping may be used to avoid
dust dispersal.
7. Handling and Storage
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area.
Protect against physical damage. Containers of this material may be
hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids);
observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
None established.
Ventilation System:
In general, dilution ventilation is a satisfactory health hazard control
for this substance. However, if conditions of use create discomfort to the
worker, a local exhaust system should be considered.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
For conditions of use where exposure to the dust or mist is apparent, a
half-face dust/mist respirator may be worn. For emergencies or instances
where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-face positive-pressure,
air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not
protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:
Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing.
Eye Protection:
Safety glasses. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in
work area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance:
Yellow crystalline granules.
Odor:
Odorless.
Solubility:
Soluble in water.
Density:
1.85
pH:
No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):
0
Boiling Point:
Not applicable.
Melting Point:
60 - 100C (140 - 212F) Loses water
Vapor Density (Air=1):
No information found.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
No information found.
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1):
No information found.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Emits toxic fumes of cyanide and oxides of nitrogen when heated to
decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:
Metal chlorates, perchlorates, nitrates, or nitrites may cause violent
explosions. May liberate toxic cyanide fumes when mixed with strong acids.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatibles.
11. Toxicological Information
Anhydrous: Oral rat LD50: 6400 mg/kg. Investigated as a mutagen,
reproductive effector.
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Potassium Ferrocyanide (13943-58-3) No No None
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate:
No information found.
Environmental Toxicity:
No information found.
13. Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an
appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or
contamination of this product may change the waste management options.
State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal
regulations.
Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state
and local requirements.
14. Transport Information
Not regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Potassium Ferrocyanide (13943-58-3) Yes Yes Yes Yes
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Potassium Ferrocyanide (13943-58-3) Yes Yes No Yes
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Potassium Ferrocyanide (13943-58-3) No No No No
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Potassium Ferrocyanide (13943-58-3) No No No
Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: Yes Chronic: No Fire: No Pressure: No
Reactivity: No (Mixture / Solid)
Australian Hazchem Code: No information found.
Poison Schedule: No information found.
WHMIS:
This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of
the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains
all of the information required by the CPR.
16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings:
Health: 3 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
CAUTION! MAY BE HARMFUL IF INHALED. MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES, AND
RESPIRATORY TRACT.
Label Precautions:
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Avoid breathing dust.
Keep container closed.
Use with adequate ventilation.
Label First Aid:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing
difficulty. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation develops
or persists.
Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent.
Revision Information:
Mixture. New 16 section MSDS format, all sections have been revised.
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