Cyanamide
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CAS
420-04-2
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NH2CN
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RTECS
GS5950000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Amidocyanogen, Carbimide, Carbodiimide, Cyanogen nitride, Hydrogen cyanamide [Note: Cyanamide is also a synonym for Calcium cyanamide.]
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 2 mg/m3
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
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Physical Description
Crystalline solid.
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MW: 42.1
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BP: 500°F (Decomposes)
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MLT: 113°F
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Sol(59°F): 78%
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VP: ?
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IP: 10.65 eV
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Sp.Gr: 1.28
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Fl.P: 286°F
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UEL: ?
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LEL: ?
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Combustible Solid
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Above 104°F: Moisture, acids, or alkalis; 1,2-phenylene diamine salts [Note: Polymerization may occur on evaporation of aqueous solutions.]
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; eye, skin burns; miosis, salivation, lacrimation (discharge of tears), twitching; Antabuse-like effects
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0424 |
