Chemical of the Week Part 2 - Cyanogen Chloride

Hazard Profile

Chemical Name and Pseudonyms

Cyanogen Chloride, Chlorocyan, Chlorine Cyanide, Chlorocyanide, Chlorocyanogen,  CK

UN Number

1589

Chemical Formula

CNCl

Hazards

Compressed gas, polymerization potential, corrosive, toxic

PPE Considerations

Vapor protective ensemble with SCBA

Fire Fighting Considerations

Keep tanks cool if exposed to fire/heat.

Decontamination

Flush skin/contact areas if exposed, soap and water, ventilation

Detection and Monitoring

Colormetric, electrochemical sensor, 4/5-gas, IP=12.49 eV

Chemical and Physical Properties

Physical State

Colorless gas (liquid <55^oF) with irritating odor

Vapor Pressure

~1010 mmHg

Boiling Point

~55^oF

Vapor Density

~2.16

Specific Gravity

~1.22

Miscibility

Soluble in water

Flash Point

-

LEL/UEL

-

Autoignition Temp

-

pH

-

Toxicity

IDLH

N.D.

PEL/REL/STEL

.3 ppm / .3 ppm/ .3 ppm

LD50

-

LC50

-

Radioactive (Yes/No)

No

Medical

Toxicological Considerations

Exposure by all routes, liver damage

Signs/Symptoms of Exposure

Respiratory symptoms, skin irritation, eye damage, chest tightness, cardiac dysrhythmias, CNS symptoms, pulmonary edema, headache, dizziness

Medical Treatment

Fresh air and treat symptomatically, flush areas of contact with water

Other Information

Polymerization potential, Toxic Industrial Chemical/Materials (TIC/TIM), reacts with acids, alkalis, ammonia, alcohol

Chemical Structure