Mercury(II) Chloride

Mercury(II) Chloride SDS: Safe Handling Data

by
Spread the love

Contents hide
1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
1.1 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
1.2 COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
1.3 FIRST-AID MEASURES
1.4 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
1.5 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
1.6 HANDLING & STORAGE
1.7 EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
1.8 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
1.9 STABILITY & REACTIVITY
1.10 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
1.11 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
1.12 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
1.13 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
1.14 REGULATORY INFORMATION
1.15 OTHER INFORMATION
1.16 CONCLUSION

CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

  • Product Namely: Mercury(II) Chloride.
  • Indicator: Danger!
  • Read this, for Responsible Usage of Mercury(II) Chloride SDS!

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

  • Class of hazard: dermal, acute toxicity.
  • May bring death if eaten or comes into contact with the skin.
  • This is strictly advised that avoid eating, drinking, & smoking while using this product.
  • It brings damage to the eyes & serious burns to the skin.
  • It causes harm to the kidneys, nerves, & digestive system when consumed or absorbed by exposing it for an extended period of time.
  • It is suspected of harming fertility or the baby(never born). Simply, It is regarded as Reproductive Toxicant.
  • Obtain specific directions before using.
  • Do not handle until you have read & grasped all safety precautions.
  • When necessary, wear personal protective equipment(recommended).
  • It is extremely harmful to aquatic life and has long-term consequences.
  • Avoid environmental release.
  • Consider this line as an alarm & re-read the above hazards(recommended).

COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

  • Name of Component: Mercury(II) chloride.
  • Synonyms: Mercuric chloride; Mercury dichloride.
  • CAS Number: 7487-94-7.
  • Formula: HgCl2.
  • Formula(molar) Wt.: 271.50.

FIRST-AID MEASURES

  • If you feel unwell, contact a doctor.
  • If inhaled: Remove the victim to fresh air & keep them at rest in a breathing-friendly position.
  • If in the eyes: Carefully rinse for a few minutes(20 minutes) with water. If contact lenses are present & simply possible to remove, do so. Rinsing continues.
  • If on the skin: go & wash gently using lots of soap & water.
  • Rinse your mouth. If you feel sick, make a doctor’s appointment.

FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

  • Appearance: As a solid, that doesn’t burn.
  • Decomposition when heated can release poisonous gases.
  • Use a dry chemical fire extinguisher with three classes if there is a fire.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

  • Restrict access to the area for unprotected individuals.
  • Block solid from becoming airborne.
  • The spill should be swept up, put in a sealed bag or container, & thrown away.
  • After the stuff has been picked up, clean the spill area.
  • Do not allow stuff to go down the drain.
  • Air out the area.

HANDLING & STORAGE

  • Store alongside phosphates, sulfates, sulfites, acetates, & halides.
  • Must use & apply under a hood while blocking(away) from light.
  • In a special chemical safety bag, keep things.
  • Keep it in the separate poison cabinet.
  • Take every safety measure when handling this material.
  • Use only in a well-ventilated room or under a hood.
  • Keep the container firmly shut.
  • Maintain only in the original container.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION

  • Wear safety gear, including gloves, clothes, & eye protection.
  • After handling, carefully wash your hands.
  • Use only in a well-ventilated room or under a hood.

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

  • Appearance: White powder or crystal.
  • Odor: It is odorless.
  • Solubility: in water & alcohol.
  • Boiling Point: 302 C.
  • Melting Point: 276 C.
  • Specific Gravity: 5.44.

STABILITY & REACTIVITY

  • Maintain a safe distance from strong bases & oxidizers.
  • Good shelf life if properly stored.

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

  • Acute Effects: It is extremely poisonous & corrosive, nausea, vomiting, & diarrhea.
  • Chronic Effects: It produces neurological effects, mutagenic potential, & neurotoxin.
  • Targeted Organs: G.I. system, nerves, & kidneys.
  • LD50 for ORL-RAT: 1 mg/kg.
  • LC50 for IHL-RAT: N.A.
  • LD50 for SKN-RAT: 41 mg/kg.
  • Notice: Not all of this substance’s potential health effects have been thoroughly researched.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

  • It is extremely harmful to aquatic life & has long-lasting impacts.
  • Avoid environmental release.

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • Dispose of in accordance with local, state, & federal rules or laws.

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

  • Hazard class: 6.1, toxic; shipping name: mercuric chloride; UN number: UN1624.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

  • RCRA code D009, TSCA listing (231-299-8), & EINECS listing.

OTHER INFORMATION

This Mercury(II) Chloride SDS is intended as a compendium & is based on data & tests that are likely to be reliable. I don’t guarantee the data’s correctness or completeness & I’m not responsible for any resulting losses. The information is only being provided for your review, research, & verification. I DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE RESULTING FROM OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE, OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT FOR THE FOREGOING AND OTHER REASONS.
Mercury(II) Chloride SDS

CONCLUSION

Read out this above Mercury(II) Chloride SDS before starting working with it, As Mercury(II) Chloride is a dangerous substance that needs to be handled carefully & with extreme caution. It needs to be stored in a cold, dry, & well-ventilated environment in a container that is well-shut. When handling this substance, personal protective equipment such as gloves, long-sleeved clothing, & eye protection should be worn. It should only be used with sufficient airflow & kept away from beverages & food. Accidental spills must be cleaned up right away & disposed of in accordance with local & national laws.

Spread the love

Leave a Comment