Mercuric Chloride
Synonyms: Mercury(II) chloride, Bichloride of mercury
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Mercuric Chloride
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL2939
CAS Number
7487-94-7
EC Number
231-299-8
EC Index Number
080-001-00-0
Grade
AR grade
HSN Code
28521000
Molecular Formula
HgCl2
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Mercuric Chloride
Catalogue No.
AL2939
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
7487-94-7
EC Number
231-299-8
Grade
AR grade
EC Index Number
080-001-00-0
Chemical Formula
HgCl2
HSN Code
28521000
Synonyms
Mercury(II) chloride, Bichloride of mercury
Chemical Structure
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Analytical reagent, reference standard
Uses advised against
Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification
Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail
Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Acute Tox. 2; Skin Corr. 1B; Muta. 2; Repr. 2; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 24085 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Corrosive, Acute Toxic, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H300: Fatal if swallowed; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects; H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Mercuric Chloride
CAS No.
7487-94-7
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention immediately.
First-aid measures after skin contact
Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
First-aid measures after eye contact
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and respiratory distress.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information
Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
Toxic fumes may be released in a fire.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting
Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures
Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Carefully collect remainder.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference
Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
Use only in a chemical fume hood. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles.
Hygiene measures
Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
Separated from food and feedstuffs, aluminium, copper, iron and zinc. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Well closed. Keep in the dark. Store only in original container.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection
Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Use a NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Solid
Colour
White
Odour
Odorless
Odour threshold
Not applicable
pH value
Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not applicable
Melting point
277 °C
Freezing point
Not applicable
Boiling point
302 °C
Flash point
Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature
Not applicable
Decomposition temperature
Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas)
Not flammable
Vapour pressure
1 MM HG @ 136.2 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C
9.8 g/cu cm
Density
5.6 @ 20 °C
Solubility
6.9 g/100 cc water @ 20 °C
Log Pow
log Kow= 0.22
Viscosity, kinematic
Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic
Not applicable
Explosive properties
Not explosive
Oxidising properties
Not oxidizing
Explosive limits
Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Stable under recommended storage conditions. Reacts with strong acids and bases.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Decomposes on heating and under the influence of light. This produces toxic fumes of mercury and chlorine. Reacts with metals such as aluminium, copper, iron and zinc.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and strong bases.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
Not specified
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 (oral, rat) 1.5 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Serious eye damage/irritation
Not classified (based on available data)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity
H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects
Carcinogenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information
Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability
Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential
Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil
Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions
Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR)
1624
UN-No. (IMDG)
1624
UN-No. (IATA)
1624
UN-No. (ADN)
1624
UN-No. (RID)
1624
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Mercuric Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Mercuric Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Mercuric Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Mercuric Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Mercuric Chloride
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
6.1
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
II
Packing group (IMDG)
II
Packing group (IATA)
II
Packing group (ADN)
II
Packing group (RID)
II
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment
Not specified
Marine pollutant
Not specified
Other information
No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations
Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.