Cyanogen chloride
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CAS
506-77-4
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ClCN
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RTECS
GT2275000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Chlorcyan, Chlorine cyanide, Chlorocyanide, Chlorocyanogen
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DOT ID & Guide
1589 / 125 (inhibited)
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: C 0.3 ppm (0.6 mg/m3)
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
1 ppm = 2.52 mg/m3
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Physical Description
Colorless gas or liquid (below 55°F) with an irritating odor. [Note: Shipped as a liquefied gas. A solid below 20°F. Forms cyanide in the body.]
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MW: 61.5
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BP: 55°F
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FRZ: 20°F
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Sol: 7%
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VP: 1010 mmHg
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IP: 12.49 eV
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RGasD: 2.16
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Sp.Gr: 1.22 (Liquid at 32°F)
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Fl.P: NA
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UEL: NA
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LEL: NA
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Nonflammable Gas
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Water, acids, alkalis, ammonia, alcohols [Note: Can react very slowly with water to form hydrogen cyanide. May be stabilized to prevent polymerization.]
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Measurement Methods
None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact (liquid)
Eyes: Prevent eye contact (liquid)
Wash skin: When contaminated (liquid)
Remove: When wet or contaminated (liquid)
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash (liquid), Quick drench (liquid)
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water wash immediately (liquid)
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately (liquid)
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption (liquid), ingestion (liquid), skin and/or eye contact (liquid)
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, upper respiratory system; cough, delayed pulmonary edema; lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), headache, dizziness, confusion, nausea, vomiting; irregular heartbeat; irritation skin (liquid)
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, cardiovascular system
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 1053 |
