Mercuric Phenyl Acetate

98% For Laboratory Use
CAS Number
62-38-4
HSN Code
28521000
Molecular Formula
C8H8HgO2
Catalogue Number
AL2952
Purity
≥ 98%
Molecular Weight
336.74 g/mol

Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS

ISO 9001 ISO 14001 GMP COA with every batch

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Key Properties

Appearance Odourless hygroscopic white or white-yellow crystalline powder
Shelf Life -
Packaging Available in: 25 gm glass bottle, 100 gm glass bottle, 500 gm glass bottle
Storage 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.

Phenylmercury acetate is an arylmercury compound and a member of benzenes.

Also known as Phenylmercuric acetate.

Catalogue No.
AL2952
CAS Number
62-38-4
Molecular Formula
C8H8HgO2
Molecular Weight
336.74 g/mol
HSN Code
28521000
Grade
98%
Product Form
Substance

Melting point: 149 °C; Flash point: 60 °C; Density: Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20 °C (air = 1): 1; Solubility: Very soluble in 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethanol.

Appearance
Odourless hygroscopic white or white-yellow crystalline powder
Shelf Life
-
Packaging
Available in: 25 gm glass bottle, 100 gm glass bottle, 500 gm glass bottle
Storage
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.

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

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. 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.

3.1 — Substance

Name
Mercuric Phenyl Acetate
CAS No.
62-38-4

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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 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

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 antiseptic and fungicide pharmaceutical research.

ISO 9001 ISO 14001 GMP COA with every batch
Batch Number
AL-2026-AL00991
Manufacturing Date
September-2026
Expiry Date
September-2031
Molecular Weight
336.74 g/mol
Test Standard Observed
Assay ≥ 98% 98.5%
Melting Point 80-82 °C 81 °C
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 98% grade specification.

Technical Data Sheet

Grade Assay/Purity Melting/Boiling Point Moisture/LOD Residue on Ignition Related Substances Solubility
98% ≥ 98% m.p. 149 °C ≤ 0.5% ≤ 0.1% None detected Very soluble in 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethanol.
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