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ammonium thiocyanate
NH₄SCN    fw=76.13

Hazards

Prolonged exposure may cause skin eruptions, running nose and occationally dizziness, cramps, and nausea, vomiting and severe nervous system disturbances.

(22)

Emergency Procedures

If contact is made with skin or eyes wash well with plenty of water. If irritation persitsts, consult a physician.

If ingested, induce vomiting and get medical assistance. (22)

Toxicity

Exposure limits, acute, cancer and reproductive effects:
High toxicity via oral route. (22)

Contact ()
Inhalation ()
Ingestion ()

Flammability and Explosion Hazard

Not flammable. (4)
WARNING! Mixtures with Pb (NO₃)₂ can explode. (22)

Flashpoint ()
Autoignition Temperature ()
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL) ()
Lower Explosion Limit (LEL) ()
Vapor Density ()

Decomposition

Highly toxic fumes of cyanides are released when decomposing. (22)

Decomposition Temperature: ()
Decomposition Products: toxic fumes of cyanide (22)

Chemical Incompatibility

Mixtures with Pb(NO3)2 can explode. Contact with acids or acid fumes emit highly toxic fumes. (22)

Other Properties

Melting Point	149C (22)
Boiling Point	()
Solubility in Water	very soluble (solubility.refs)
Density	1.305 g/mL @ 20°C (22)
Other Chemical and Physical Properties: (22)
Fine, colorless, transparent crystals. Odorless or slight odor of Ammonia.

Spill Procedure

Clean up spill and wash area thoroughly with water. (4)

Waste Disposal

Dispose with inorganic salts with a basic pH. (4)

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Keep well closed. (22)