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EC number: 206-992-3 | CAS number: 420-04-2
- Life Cycle description
- Uses advised against
- Endpoint summary
- Appearance / physical state / colour
- Melting point / freezing point
- Boiling point
- Density
- Particle size distribution (Granulometry)
- Vapour pressure
- Partition coefficient
- Water solubility
- Solubility in organic solvents / fat solubility
- Surface tension
- Flash point
- Auto flammability
- Flammability
- Explosiveness
- Oxidising properties
- Oxidation reduction potential
- Stability in organic solvents and identity of relevant degradation products
- Storage stability and reactivity towards container material
- Stability: thermal, sunlight, metals
- pH
- Dissociation constant
- Viscosity
- Additional physico-chemical information
- Additional physico-chemical properties of nanomaterials
- Nanomaterial agglomeration / aggregation
- Nanomaterial crystalline phase
- Nanomaterial crystallite and grain size
- Nanomaterial aspect ratio / shape
- Nanomaterial specific surface area
- Nanomaterial Zeta potential
- Nanomaterial surface chemistry
- Nanomaterial dustiness
- Nanomaterial porosity
- Nanomaterial pour density
- Nanomaterial photocatalytic activity
- Nanomaterial radical formation potential
- Nanomaterial catalytic activity
- Endpoint summary
- Stability
- Biodegradation
- Bioaccumulation
- Transport and distribution
- Environmental data
- Additional information on environmental fate and behaviour
- Ecotoxicological Summary
- Aquatic toxicity
- Endpoint summary
- Short-term toxicity to fish
- Long-term toxicity to fish
- Short-term toxicity to aquatic invertebrates
- Long-term toxicity to aquatic invertebrates
- Toxicity to aquatic algae and cyanobacteria
- Toxicity to aquatic plants other than algae
- Toxicity to microorganisms
- Endocrine disrupter testing in aquatic vertebrates – in vivo
- Toxicity to other aquatic organisms
- Sediment toxicity
- Terrestrial toxicity
- Biological effects monitoring
- Biotransformation and kinetics
- Additional ecotoxological information
- Toxicological Summary
- Toxicokinetics, metabolism and distribution
- Acute Toxicity
- Irritation / corrosion
- Sensitisation
- Repeated dose toxicity
- Genetic toxicity
- Carcinogenicity
- Toxicity to reproduction
- Specific investigations
- Exposure related observations in humans
- Toxic effects on livestock and pets
- Additional toxicological data
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Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice:
In case of discomfort / After absorbing larger amounts of sub-stance: Immediately contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre, and follow the advice given. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled:
Move to fresh air.
In case of skin contact:
Remove contaminated or saturated clothing immediately and dispose of safely.
Wash off immediately with plenty of water.
In case of eye contact
:Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 10 minutes.
Remove contact lenses if this can be easily done.
Immediate further treatment in ophthalmic hospital/ ophthal-mologist.
If swallowed:
Rinse mouth.
Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
If conscious and medical aid is not available immediately, induce vomiting. Be sure to keep victim´s head below hips to avoid aspiration of vomitus into the lungs.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms:
Erythema
Fall in blood pressure
increased pulse frequency,
Nausea
feeling of burning,
headache
Irritation of mucous membranes
after the intake of large amounts circulatory depression up to unconsciousness are possible
Risks:
Caution: Alcoholic beverages interact with cyanamide.
Symptoms showing flush are possible (difficulty in breathing, bright red face).
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treatment:
No specific antidote known. Symptomatic treatment. After the intake of small amounts: administer activated char-coal, sodium sulfate and much liquid orally. After the intake of large amounts: monitoring of circulatory functions, if necessary irrigation of the stomach preventing aspiration and taking into account the irritating properties to mucous membranes. In case of skin irritation, use corticoid containing external preparations.
Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
Water spray, foam, CO2, dry powder.
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
High volume water jet
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous combustion products:
Ammonia
nitrous gases
Carbon oxides
Hydrocyanic acid (HCN)
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment for firefighters:
In the case of fire, wear respiratory protective equipment in-dependent of surrounding air and chemical protective suit.
Further information:
Cool containers/tanks with water spray.
Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions:
Wear personal protective equipment; see section 8.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions:
Product or extinguishing water with product must not be allowed to enter soil, sewers or natural bodies of water.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up:
Sweep up and shovel.
Avoid dust formation.
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Disposal according to local authority regulations.
Flush away with water
Don't use a high-pressure cleaner in order to avoid the for-mation of aerosols.
6.4 Reference to other sections
none
Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling:
For professional use only.
Do not consume alcoholic beverages during handling cyanamide.
Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
When opening:
Provide sufficient ventilation and exhaust at the workplace.
Advice on protection against fire and explosion:
Keep away from combustible material. Avoid temperatures above 40°C.
Hygiene measures:
Do not breathe vapours/dust. Contact with skin, eyes and clothes must be strictly avoided Remove contaminated or saturated clothing immediately and dispose of safely. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the prod-uct. Do not eat, drink or smoke during use. Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs. Do not consume alcohol-ic beverages prior to, during and 24 hours after handling the product.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Requirements for storage areas and containers:
Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Protect from heat and exposure to direct sunlight
Advice on common storage:
Keep away from combustible material.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
Storage period:
4 Weeks
Recommended storage temperature:
<= 20 °C
Further information on storage stability:
Even if stored as directed, the product should be processed within 4 weeks after arrival.
Packaging material:
Suitable material: polyethylene, Polypropylene, Austenitic steel
Transport information
Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)
- UN number:
- 2923
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S STABILIZED (Cont. Cyanamide)
- Chemical name:
- Cyanamide
- Language:
- English
- Class or division:
- Class 8: Corrosive substances
- Subsidiary hazard(s):
- Class 6: Toxic and infectious substances; Division 6.1
- Packing group:
- Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
- Labels:
- 8 (6.1)
Special provisions / remarks
- Special provisions:
- Tunnel restriction code:
(E) - Remarks:
- Remarks:
Keep separate from foodstuffs, luxury foods, feedstuffs
Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))
- UN number:
- 2923
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S STABILIZED (Cont. Cyanamide)
- Chemical name:
- Cyanamide
- Language:
- English
- Class or division:
- Class 8: Corrosive substances
- Subsidiary hazard(s):
- Class 6: Toxic and infectious substances; Division 6.1
- Packing group:
- Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
- Labels:
- 8 (6.1)
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)
- UN number:
- 2923
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S STABILIZED (Cont. Cyanamide)
- Chemical name:
- Cyanamide
- Language:
- English
- Class or division:
- Class 8: Corrosive substances
- Subsidiary hazard(s):
- Class 6: Toxic and infectious substances; Division 6.1
- Packing group:
- Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
- EmS code:
- F-A
- S-B
- Labels:
- 8 (6.1)
Special provisions / remarks
- Remarks:
- Remarks:
Keep separate from foodstuffs, luxury foods, feedstuffs
Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)
- UN number:
- 2923
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S STABILIZED (Cont. Cyanamide)
- Chemical name:
- Cyanamide
- Language:
- English
- Class or division:
- Class 8: Corrosive substances
- Subsidiary hazard(s):
- Class 6: Toxic and infectious substances; Division 6.1
- Packing group:
- Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
- Labels:
- 8 (6.1)
Special provisions / remarks
- Remarks:
- Remarks:
Keep separate from foodstuffs, luxury foods, feedstuffs
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Exposure controls / personal protection
8.1 Occupational exposuren Limits
Components: Cyanamide; CAS-No 420-04-2
Value type: TWA
Control Parameters 0.58ppm / 1 mg/m³
Value type: DNEL
Control Parameter 0.35 mg/m³ inhalation / 0.48mg/kg dermal
Value type: PNEC
Contro Parameter
0.01 mg/l fresh water
0.04 mg/l fresh water sediment
0.1515 mg/kg soil
8.2 Exposure controls
Engineering measures
Control of environmental exposure: see exposure scenario
Personal protective equipment
Eye protection:
Tightly fitting safety goggles
Hand protection
Material:
Chloroprene, Recommendation: Camapren 722
Break through time:480 min
Glove thickness:0,6 mm
Material:
Nitrile rubber, Recommendation: Camatril 730
Break through time:480 min
Glove thickness:0,4 mm
Material:
Butyl-rubber, Recommendation: Butoject 898
Break through time:480 min
Glove thickness:0,7 mm
Skin and body protection:
Chemical-resistant protective suit, type 3, EN 14605:2005, e.g. Pro-Chem® IC
rubber boots (EN 13832)
Respiratory protection:
If workplace exposure limits are exceeded and/or larger amounts are released (leakage, spilling, dust) the indicated respiratory protection should be used.
Respirator with ABEK combination filter
Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
See section 10.3
10.2 Chemical stability
No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous reactions:
Violent, exothermic reaction with acids, bases and tempera-tures above 40°C. Danger of fire.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid:
temperatures > 35 °C
Keep away from direct sunlight.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Materials to avoid:
Acids and bases
Flammable materials
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. see section 5 When storing: Formation of small amounts of carbon monoxide.
Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product:
Must be brought to an adequate waste treatment facility, in conformity with applicable waste disposal regulations.
Contaminated packaging:
Packaging, that can not be reused after cleaning must be disposed or recycled in accordance with all federal, national and local regulations.
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