Safety Data Sheet - Mercuric Phenyl Acetate

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Mercuric Phenyl Acetate

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL2952

CAS Number 62-38-4

EC Number 200-532-5

EC Index Number -

Grade 98%

HSN Code 28521000

Molecular Formula C8H8HgO2

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Mercuric Phenyl Acetate

Catalogue No. AL2952

Product form Substance

CAS Number 62-38-4

EC Number 200-532-5

Grade 98%

EC Index Number Not specified

Chemical Formula C8H8HgO2

HSN Code 28521000

Synonyms Phenylmercuric acetate

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Used in pharmaceutical research and as a reference compound.

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. 3; Skin Corr. 1B; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 16682730 - 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 H301: Toxic if swallowed; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; 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

Precautionary statements P260, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301+P316, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P319, P321, P330, P363, P391, P405, P501

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Highly toxic; may cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Mercuric Phenyl Acetate

CAS No. 62-38-4

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

First-aid measures after skin contact Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.

First-aid measures after eye contact Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. 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 Symptoms of exposure may include headache, dizziness, nausea, 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 Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.

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. Contain and collect spillage.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Handle with care. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and eye protection.

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 Fireproof. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Cool. Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

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 appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Solid

Colour White to off-white

Odour ODORLESS

Odour threshold Not applicable

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not applicable

Melting point 149 °C

Freezing point Not applicable

Boiling point 250 °C (decomposes)

Flash point 60 °C

Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable

Decomposition temperature Not specified

Flammability (solid, gas) Not flammable

Vapour pressure Vapor pressure is 1.2 mPa at 35 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C Relative vapor density (air = 1): 11.6

Density Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20 °C (air = 1): 1

Solubility Very soluble in 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethanol.

Log Pow log Kow= 0.71

Viscosity, kinematic Not applicable

Viscosity, dynamic Not specified

Explosive properties Not explosive

Oxidising properties Not oxidising

Explosive limits Not applicable

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Stable under normal conditions. Avoid contact with strong acids and bases.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Stable for at least 2 years under normal storage conditions in unopened containers.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic vapours of mercury and mercury oxides. Reacts with oxidizing materials.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products Not specified

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 22 mg/kg; LD50 CHICKS ORAL 100 MGKG EFFECTS OBSERVED AT THIS DOSAGE WERE/ DEPRESSION, ATAXIA, ANOREXIA & LACRIMATION.

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 Not classified (based on available data)

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) UN 1674

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1674

UN-No. (IATA) UN 1674

UN-No. (ADN) UN 1674

UN-No. (RID) UN 1674

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Mercuric Phenyl Acetate

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Mercuric Phenyl Acetate

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Mercuric Phenyl Acetate

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Mercuric Phenyl Acetate

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Mercuric Phenyl Acetate

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.