Material Safety Data Sheet
Science Stuff, Inc.
1104 Newport Ave
Austin, TX 78753
Phone (512) 837-6020
Chemtrec 800-424-9300
24 Hour Emergency Assistance
Section 1 Identification
Product Number:C1656 
Health:
Flammability
Reactivity
Hazard Rating:
LeastSlightModerateHighExtreme
01234
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
Product Name:Cyanide Standard 1000 ppm as CN 
Trade/Chemical Synonyms 
Formula:N/A
RTECS:None 
C.A.SSee Below
Section 2 Component Mixture
Sara 313ComponentCAS Number%DimExposure Limits:
Water, Deionized ASTM Type II CAS# 7732-18-5 Balance v/v None Established 
Potassium Cyanide  CAS# 151-50-8 0.251% W/V TXDS: orl-rat LD: 5 mg/Kg 
Potassium Hydroxide  CAS# 1310-58-3 0.2% W/V OSHA PEL 2 mg/m 
Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also see section 11)
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. 
Section 4 First Aid Measures
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling.

FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. if irritation persists, seek medical attention.

EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen

INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures
Fire Extinguisher Type:Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire
Fire/Explosion Hazards:None Known.
Fire Fighting Procedure:Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing.
Section 6 Accidental Release Measures
Absorb spill with inert material, then place in a chemical waste container. Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, local law.
Section 7 Handling and Storage
Store in a cool dry place. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with acids. 
Section 8 Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
Respiratory Protection:None required
Ventilation: Mechanical: Hand Protection:Gloves to prevent skin exposure as latex or vinyl
Local Exhaust: Eye Protection:Splash Goggles
Other Protective Equipment: Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Melting Point:~0CSpecific Gravity~1.0
Boiling Point:~100C Percent Volatile by Volume:>99
Vapor Pressure:Information not available Evaporation Rate:Information not available
Vapor Density: Information not available Evaporation Standard:
Solubility in Water: Soluble Auto ignition Temperature: Information not available
Appearance and Odor: Colorless odorless liquid Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: Information not available
Flash Point: Not flammable Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: Information not available
Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information
Stability: StableConditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
Materials to Avoid:
Acidic conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Toxic fumes of Cyanide gas
Hazardous Polymerization:Not expected to occur
Condition to Avoid:None known
Section 11 Additional Information
DANGER!! This material can be FATAL !! POISON Cyanide gas may form! Take caution in handling this material . Effects of over exposure:nausea,headache,dizziness, vomiting, weakness, rapid respiration. Acute:convulsions, asphazia, dyspnea. Atazis, tremors, 
DOT Classification: Not Regulated
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
Revision No:0.1Date Entered: 9/1/2006 Approved by: WPF

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