SAFETY DATA SHEET

Creation Date 15-Feb-2010 Revision Date 28-Dec-2021 Revision Number 6

1. Identification
Product Name Potassium thiocyanate

Cat No. : AC448000000; AC448000010; AC448002500

CAS No 333-20-0
Synonyms Potassium rhodanide

Recommended Use Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against Food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use.

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company
Fisher Scientific Company Acros Organics
One Reagent Lane One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Tel: (201) 796-7100

Emergency Telephone Number For information US call: 001-800-ACROS-01 / Europe call: +32 14 57 52 11
Emergency Number US:001-201-796-7100 / Europe: +32 14 57 52 99
CHEMTREC Tel. No.US:001-800-424-9300 / Europe:001-703-527-3887

2. Hazard(s) identification
Classification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)

Acute oral toxicity Category 4

Acute dermal toxicity Category 4
Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4

Label Elements

Signal Word
Warning

Hazard Statements
Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled

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Precautionary Statements
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Inhalation
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Skin
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Ingestion
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Rinse mouth
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas

3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Component CAS No Weight %
Potassium thiocyanate 333-20-0 >95

4. First-aid measures
Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
Immediate medical attention is required.

Skin Contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical
attention is required.

Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the
substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way
valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Immediate medical attention is required. If
not breathing, give artificial respiration.

Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately.

Most important symptoms and . Metabolism may release cyanide, which may result in headache, dizziness, weakness,
effects collapse, unconsciousness, and possible death: May cause cyanosis (bluish discoloration
of skin due to deficient oxygenation of the blood)
Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically

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5. Fire-fighting measures

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media No information available

Flash Point No information available

Method - No information available

Autoignition Temperature No information available

Explosion Limits
Upper No data available
Lower No data available
Oxidizing Properties Not oxidising

Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No information available

Sensitivity to Static Discharge No information available

Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical

Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Hazardous Combustion Products

Nitrogen oxides (NOx). Sulfur oxides. Potassium oxides.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.

NFPA
Health Flammability Instability Physical hazards
2 1 1 N/A

6. Accidental release measures

Personal Precautions Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid dust
formation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep people away from and upwind of
spill/leak.
Environmental Precautions Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Avoid release to the environment.
Collect spillage. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.

Methods for Containment and Clean Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Avoid dust formation.
Up

7. Handling and storage

Handling Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not
get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid dust formation.

Storage. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep away from
acids. Incompatible Materials. Strong oxidizing agents. Acids. Strong bases.

8. Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure Guidelines

Component ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH IDLH Mexico OEL (TWA)
Potassium thiocyanate (Vacated) TWA: 5 mg/m3 IDLH: 25 mg/m3

Legend

OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration

NIOSH IDLH: NIOSH - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

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Engineering Measures Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.

Personal Protective Equipment

Eye/face Protection 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 and body protection Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respiratory Protection 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.

Hygiene Measures Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

9. Physical and chemical properties

Physical State Crystalline Solid
Appearance Colorless - White
Odor Odorless
Odor Threshold No information available
pH 5.3-8.7 5% aq.solution
Melting Point/Range 170 - 179 °C / 338 - 354.2 °F
Boiling Point/Range Decomposes
Flash Point No information available
Evaporation Rate Not applicable
Flammability (solid,gas) No information available
Flammability or explosive limits
Upper No data available
Lower No data available
Vapor Pressure <1 hPa @ 20 °C
Vapor Density Not applicable
Specific Gravity 1.886
Bulk Density 750 - 1000 kg/m3
Solubility Soluble in water
Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available
Autoignition Temperature No information available
Decomposition Temperature 500 °C
Viscosity Not applicable
Molecular Formula CKNS
Molecular Weight 97.18

10. Stability and reactivity

Reactive Hazard Yes

Stability Light sensitive. Moisture sensitive. Air sensitive.

Conditions to Avoid Incompatible products. Excess heat. Avoid dust formation. Exposure to light. Exposure to
moist air or water. Exposure to air.

Incompatible Materials Strong oxidizing agents, Acids, Strong bases

Hazardous Decomposition Products Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Sulfur oxides, Potassium oxides

Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

Hazardous Reactions Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.

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11. Toxicological information

Acute Toxicity

Product Information
Component Information
Component LD50 Oral LD50 Dermal LC50 Inhalation
Potassium thiocyanate LD50 = 854 mg/kg ( Rat ) LD50 > 2000 mg/kg ( Rat ) Not listed

Toxicologically Synergistic No information available

Products
Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure

Irritation No information available

Sensitization No information available

Carcinogenicity The table below indicates whether each agency has listed any ingredient as a carcinogen.

Component CAS No IARC NTP ACGIH OSHA Mexico

Potassium thiocyanate 333-20-0 Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed
Mutagenic Effects No information available

Reproductive Effects No information available.

Developmental Effects No information available.

Teratogenicity No information available.

STOT - single exposure None known

STOT - repeated exposure None known

Aspiration hazard No information available

Symptoms / effects,both acute and Metabolism may release cyanide, which may result in headache, dizziness, weakness,
delayed collapse, unconsciousness, and possible death: May cause cyanosis (bluish discoloration
of skin due to deficient oxygenation of the blood)

Endocrine Disruptor Information No information available

Other Adverse Effects The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

12. Ecological information

Ecotoxicity
Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. The product contains following
substances which are hazardous for the environment.

Component Freshwater Algae Freshwater Fish Microtox Water Flea

Potassium thiocyanate Not listed Oncorhynchus mykiss: Not listed Dahnia Magna: EC50: 2.8
LC50: 11 mg/l/96h mg/l/96h
Persistence and Degradability Soluble in water Persistence is unlikely based on information available.

Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation No information available.

Mobility Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its water solubility.

13. Disposal considerations

Waste Disposal Methods Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a
hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and

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national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

14. Transport information

DOT Not regulated
TDG Not regulated
IATA Not regulated
IMDG/IMO Not regulated
15. Regulatory information
United States of America Inventory

Component CAS No TSCA TSCA Inventory notification - TSCA - EPA Regulatory

Active-Inactive Flags
Potassium thiocyanate 333-20-0 X ACTIVE -

Legend:
TSCA US EPA (TSCA) - Toxic Substances Control Act, (40 CFR Part 710)
X - Listed
'-' - Not Listed

TSCA 12(b) - Notices of Export Not applicable

International Inventories
Canada (DSL/NDSL), Europe (EINECS/ELINCS/NLP), Philippines (PICCS), Japan (ENCS), Japan (ISHL), Australia (AICS), China (IECSC), Korea
(KECL).

Component CAS No DSL NDSL EINECS PICCS ENCS ISHL AICS IECSC KECL
Potassium thiocyanate 333-20-0 X - 206-370-1 X X X X X KE-29216

KECL - NIER number or KE number (http://ncis.nier.go.kr/en/main.do)

U.S. Federal Regulations

SARA 313
Component CAS No Weight % SARA 313 - Threshold
Values %
Potassium thiocyanate 333-20-0 >95 1.0

SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories See section 2 for more information

CWA (Clean Water Act)

Component CWA - Hazardous CWA - Reportable CWA - Toxic Pollutants CWA - Priority Pollutants
Substances Quantities
Potassium thiocyanate - - X X

Clean Air Act

Component HAPS Data Class 1 Ozone Depletors Class 2 Ozone Depletors
Potassium thiocyanate X -

OSHA - Occupational Safety and Not applicable

Health Administration

CERCLA Not applicable

California Proposition 65 This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.

U.S. State Right-to-Know

Regulations

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Component Massachusetts New Jersey Pennsylvania Illinois Rhode Island

Potassium thiocyanate - X X X X

U.S. Department of Transportation

Reportable Quantity (RQ): N
DOT Marine Pollutant Y
DOT Severe Marine Pollutant N

U.S. Department of Homeland This product does not contain any DHS chemicals.
Security

Other International Regulations

Mexico - Grade No information available

Authorisation/Restrictions according to EU REACH

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

Component CAS No OECD HPV Persistent Organic Ozone Depletion Restriction of

Pollutant Potential Hazardous
Substances (RoHS)
Potassium thiocyanate 333-20-0 Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

Component CAS No Seveso III Directive Seveso III Directive Rotterdam Basel Convention
(2012/18/EC) - (2012/18/EC) - Convention (PIC) (Hazardous Waste)
Qualifying Quantities Qualifying Quantities
for Major Accident for Safety Report
Notification Requirements
Potassium thiocyanate 333-20-0 Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

16. Other information

Prepared By Regulatory Affairs
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Email: EMSDS.RA@thermofisher.com

Creation Date 15-Feb-2010

Revision Date 28-Dec-2021
Print Date 28-Dec-2021
Revision Summary This document has been updated to comply with the US OSHA HazCom 2012 Standard
replacing the current legislation under 29 CFR 1910.1200 to align with the Globally
Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS).

Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the
date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage,
transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information
relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process, unless specified in the text

End of SDS

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