Mercuric Ammonium Chloride
- CAS Number
- 10124-48-8
- HSN Code
- 28521000
- Molecular Formula
- HgNH2Cl
- Catalogue Number
- AL2933
- Purity
- 98.3%
- Molecular Weight
- 252.07 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Mercury ammonium chloride appears as a white crystalline solid. Corrosive to the mucous membranes.
Also known as Ammoniated Mercury, Mercury(II) Chloride Ammonia Complex.
- Catalogue No.
- AL2933
- CAS Number
- 10124-48-8
- Molecular Formula
- HgNH2Cl
- Molecular Weight
- 252.07 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28521000
- Grade
- Extra Pure
- Product Form
- Substance
Density: 5.70 @ 20 °C; Solubility: Sol in warm hydrochloric, nitric, and acetic acids; dissolves in sodium thiosulfate.
- Appearance
- White crystalline powder
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 25 gm glass bottle, 100 gm glass bottle, 500 gm glass bottle
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from light.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Mercuric Ammonium Chloride
- Catalogue No.
- AL2933
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 10124-48-8
- EC Number
- 233-335-8
- Grade
- Extra Pure
- EC Index Number
- mercury compounds
- Chemical Formula
- HgNH2Cl
- HSN Code
- 28521000
- Synonyms
- Ammoniated Mercury, Mercury(II) Chloride Ammonia Complex
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
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 2; Acute Tox. 1; STOT RE 2; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 3032553 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Acute Toxic, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H300: Fatal if swallowed; H310: Fatal in contact with skin; H330: Fatal if inhaled; H373: May 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, P262, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301+P316, P302+P352, P304+P340, P316, P319, P320, P321, P330, P361+P364, P391, P403+P233, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Mercuric Ammonium Chloride
- CAS No.
- 10124-48-8
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. 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. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Call a physician; give milk or white of egg beaten with water, then a table- spoon of salt in glass of water; repeat until vomit fluid is clear; repeat milk or white of egg.
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.
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. Use water spray to cool containers.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain spill and prevent entry into waterways.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Collect spillage. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Handle with care. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- 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
- Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
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.
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
- Decomposes before melting
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- Not applicable
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- > 200 °C
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- Negligible
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 5.70 @ 20 °C
- Solubility
- Sol in warm hydrochloric, nitric, and acetic acids; dissolves in sodium thiosulfate
- Log Pow
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidising
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
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
- No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
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
- When heated to decomposition emits very toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, and mercury.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- Toxic if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin.
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- 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)
- H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
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
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1630
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1630
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1630
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1630
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1630
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Mercuric Ammonium Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Mercuric Ammonium Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Mercuric Ammonium Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Mercuric Ammonium Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Mercuric Ammonium 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
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a reference compound in historical topical antiseptic pharmaceutical research.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00980
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 252.07 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 98.3% min | 98.5% |
| Moisture Content | <0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with Extra Pure grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra Pure | 98.3% | Decomposes before melting | <0.5% | <0.1% | None detected | Sol in warm hydrochloric, nitric, and acetic acids; dissolves in sodium thiosulfate |
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