How Dangerous Is The Chemical synthesized cyanogen Chloride?

Cyanogen chloride (Cyanocyan) is a volatile organic compound having the compound formula cyanocyanine. This triatomic, linear, polar heterocyclic is an inexpensive, room temperature gas containing six carbon atoms and one hydrogen atom. More commonly found in laboratories is the more toxic compound cyanogen bromide, a highly room temperature solid which is widely utilized in forensic analysis and drug manufacture research. However, in this article we will discuss the other two compounds which are equally or more toxic and their effects on our health, especially when inhaled.

 

It is well known that the toxicity of any chemical compound can be the outcome of the enclosed spaces it finds itself in. However, the gas produced by cyanogen chloride and the other chemicals listed here are still in relatively open space when they are used. In this respect, the gas chromatography mass spectrometry used for the NMR Spectroscopy tests used in chemistry and other allied research is particularly important. Although there is no method available that is immune from the poisonous qualities of this gas, the most common method of inhalation for these compounds is through inhalation. The inhalation of these compounds can produce serious health consequences.

cyanogen chloride in our environment

The most prevalent compound which is produced by cyanogen chloride in our environment and which causes health problems is cyanide. When this chemical is inhaled, it results in nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and respiratory failure. This is accompanied by a colorless gas that floats and circulates in the immediate surrounding airways and is then taken in by the lungs and bloodstream.

 

Another health problem caused by this chemical is in relation to the blood. Anemia and cyanogen chloride both tend to decrease the red blood cell count. The decreased red cell count results in a decreased oxygen amount in the blood stream, and the oxygen is carried out of the body by the blood. There is an increased risk of anemia in people with poor oxygenation and circulation of blood. Poor oxygenation and circulation of blood have been found to be associated with neurological disorders such as the major cause of multiple sclerosis.

 

The symptoms that cyanogen chloride produces are very similar to those of many other chemicals that can irritate the skin or mucous membranes. These include symptoms such as pain, itching, burning sensation, nasal congestion, throat irritation, rashes, hives, dizziness, headache, and more. However, these irritation symptoms do not occur during normal body functions. Instead, when exposed to this toxic gas, the body begins to overreact and a variety of symptoms take place.

 

If you are exposed to this chemical, it is important to remain calm and try to breathe into a paper bag. This is because although the cyanogen chloride has become inert, it may still irritate your respiratory system. When you breathe into a paper bag, this gas will settle in your bronchial passages and begin to overreact with your body’s immune system.

the quality of the air

You should never inhale a gas which has an odor resembling volatile oil. For this reason, you should always use an air quality monitor to monitor the quality of the air in your home. It should read below 0.5% based on the level of cyanogen chloride present. If the reading on the air quality monitor rises to this level, then you should consider removing the air quality monitor and seeking medical attention immediately. Inhalation of anything above the recommended concentration is extremely hazardous to your health and should never be allowed.

 

Toxic exposure to cyanogen chloride can result from a variety of sources including the ingestion of a poisonous gas, inhalation of the poison gas, or contact with the toxic liquid aerosol spray. Even when exposed to the aerosol spray, there is still an opportunity to avoid the dangers of the chemical synthesis by taking safety precautions. Always wear gloves and goggles, and wash all clothes thoroughly before you put them away. If you suspect that someone in your household has been exposed to a poisonous gas, you should seek medical assistance right away.