Cyanamide |
Synonyms & Trade Names Amidocyanogen, Carbimide, Carbodiimide, Cyanogen nitride, Hydrogen cyanamide [Note: Cyanamide is also a synonym for Calcium cyanamide.] |
CAS No. 420-04-2 |
RTECS No. GS5950000 |
DOT ID & Guide |
FormulaNH2CN |
Conversion |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 2 mg/m3
OSHA PEL†: none |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Crystalline solid. |
MW: 42.1 |
BP: 500°F (Decomposes) |
MLT: 113°F |
Sol(59°F): 78% |
VP: ? |
IP: 10.65 eV |
Sp.Gr: 1.28 |
Fl.P: 286°F |
UEL: ? |
LEL: ? |
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| Combustible Solid |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Above 104°F: Moisture, acids, or alkalis; 1,2-phenylene diamine salts [Note: Polymerization may occur on evaporation of aqueous solutions.] |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; eye, skin burns; miosis, salivation, lacrimation (discharge of tears), twitching; Antabuse-like effects |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0424
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