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Prussian Blue

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[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Substance is noncombustible. Extinguishing media: Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire.
[Ingestion]

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
[Skin]

Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

dark blue powder
[Density]

1.8 g/cm3 (20 C)
[Usage]

Used as a pigment in printing inks, paints, and several other materials.
[Product Name]

C.I. 77510
[Synonyms]

Ferric ferrocyanide
Prussian blue
[CAS]

"CASEN_14038-43-8.htm">14038-43-8
[Formula]

C18Fe7N18
[Molecular Weight]

859.24
[EINECS]

237-875-5
[RTECS]

LJ8200000
[RTECS Class]

Drug
[Merck]

12,4064
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

NA
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong acids - strong oxidizing agents, reducing agents, bases.
[Decomposition]

Hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.