Mercury

1.1 — Product identifier

Chemical Name

Mercury

Catalogue No.

AL2929

Product form

Substance

CAS Number

7439-97-6

EC Number

231-106-7

Grade

99% Extra Pure

EC Index Number

200-001-8

Chemical Formula

Hg

HSN Code

28054000

Synonyms

Quicksilver

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

Use of the substance/mixture

Used in thermometers, barometers, and as a reference material in electrochemistry.

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; Repr. 1B; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1

Classification source

ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 23931 - 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

H330: Fatal if inhaled; H360: May damage 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

Highly toxic; bioaccumulative neurotoxicant.

3.1 — Substance

Name

Mercury

CAS No.

7439-97-6

4.1 — Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation

If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.

First-aid measures after skin contact

If this chemical contacts the skin, promptly wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, promptly remove the clothing and wash the skin with soap and water. Get medical attention promptly.

First-aid measures after eye contact

If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion

If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use

Headache, dizziness, tremors, and neurological symptoms upon exposure.

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

- Vapors are heavier than air and will collect and stay in poorly-ventilated or low-lying areas. ; - Hazardous concentrations may develop quickly in enclosed, poorly-ventilated, or low-lying areas.

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. Use appropriate PPE.

6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up

Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit and filter respirator for mercury adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable non-metallic containers as far as possible.

6.4 — Reference to other sections

Reference

Not specified

7.1 — Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling

Handle with strict PPE in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and inhalation of vapors.

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

Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed. 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 exposure limits are exceeded.

9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state

Liquid

Colour

Silvery

Odour

Odorless

Odour threshold

Not applicable

pH value

Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)

Not applicable

Melting point

-38.87 °C

Freezing point

-38.83 °C

Boiling point

356.73 °C

Flash point

Not applicable

Auto-ignition temperature

Not applicable

Decomposition temperature

Not applicable

Flammability (solid, gas)

Not flammable

Vapour pressure

2X10-3 mm Hg @ 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C

Relative vapor density (air = 1): 6.93

Density

13.534 @ 25 °C

Solubility

0.28 umoles/l of water at 25 °C

Log Pow

Not applicable

Viscosity, kinematic

Not applicable

Viscosity, dynamic

Not applicable

Explosive properties

Not explosive

Oxidising properties

Not oxidizing

Explosive limits

Not applicable

10.1 — Reactivity

Reactivity

Stable under normal conditions, reacts with strong oxidizers.

10.2 — Chemical stability

Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Upon heating, toxic fumes are formed. Reacts violently with ammonia, halogens, acetylene and amines. This generates fire and explosion hazard.

10.4 — Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid

Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 — Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials

Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases.

10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products

Not specified

11.1 — Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

Highly toxic; LD50 (oral, rat) 30 mg/kg.

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)

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 2809

UN-No. (IMDG)

UN 2809

UN-No. (IATA)

UN 2809

UN-No. (ADN)

UN 2809

UN-No. (RID)

UN 2809

14.2 — UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR)

Mercury

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)

Mercury

Proper Shipping Name (IATA)

Mercury

Proper Shipping Name (ADN)

Mercury

Proper Shipping Name (RID)

Mercury

14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es)

8 (6.1)

14.4 — Packing group

Packing group (ADR)

III

Packing group (IMDG)

III

Packing group (IATA)

III

Packing group (ADN)

III

Packing group (RID)

III

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