Name:
Mercury Chloride
Synonym:
Dimercury Dichloride; Mercurous Chloride; Mercury Subchloride
CAS:
10112-91-1
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Mercury Chloride
Synonym:Dimercury Dichloride; Mercurous Chloride; Mercury Subchloride
Synonym:Dimercury Dichloride; Mercurous Chloride; Mercury Subchloride
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 10112-91-1 | Mercury Chloride | 100% | 233-307-5 |
| Hazard Symbols: XN N Risk Phrases: 22 36/37/38 50/53 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.Moisture sensitive.Toxic.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation. Contact may cause ulceration of the conjunctiva and cornea.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. May cause kidney damage. May cause severe digestive tract irritation with abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause central nervous system depression. Inorganic mercury compounds may cause central and peripheral nervous system effects.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. May cause gastrointestinal effects including gum and mouth inflammation, jaw necrosis, and loosening of the teeth. May cause kidney damage. Acute exposure to high concentrations of mercury vapors may cause severe respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
May cause kidney injury. May cause reproductive and fetal effects.
Chronic exposure to mercury may cause permanent central nervous system damage, fatigue, weight loss, tremors, personality changes.
May cause tremors, irritability, loss of memory and intellect. May also cause Pink disease characterized by skin, cardiovascular, and neurobehavioral abnormalities. Chronic exposure to mercury vapors may produce weakness, fatigue, anorexia, loss of weight and gastrointestinal disturbances which is collectively referred to as asthenic-vegetative syndrome or micromercurialism. Chronic exposure to mercury compounds may produce immunologic glomerular disease.
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.Moisture sensitive.Toxic.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation. Contact may cause ulceration of the conjunctiva and cornea.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. May cause kidney damage. May cause severe digestive tract irritation with abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause central nervous system depression. Inorganic mercury compounds may cause central and peripheral nervous system effects.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. May cause gastrointestinal effects including gum and mouth inflammation, jaw necrosis, and loosening of the teeth. May cause kidney damage. Acute exposure to high concentrations of mercury vapors may cause severe respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
May cause kidney injury. May cause reproductive and fetal effects.
Chronic exposure to mercury may cause permanent central nervous system damage, fatigue, weight loss, tremors, personality changes.
May cause tremors, irritability, loss of memory and intellect. May also cause Pink disease characterized by skin, cardiovascular, and neurobehavioral abnormalities. Chronic exposure to mercury vapors may produce weakness, fatigue, anorexia, loss of weight and gastrointestinal disturbances which is collectively referred to as asthenic-vegetative syndrome or micromercurialism. Chronic exposure to mercury compounds may produce immunologic glomerular disease.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Antidote: The use of a metal chelator should be determined only by qualified medical personnel.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Antidote: The use of a metal chelator should be determined only by qualified medical personnel.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use extinguishing media appropriate to the surrounding fire. Substance is noncombustible.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use extinguishing media appropriate to the surrounding fire. Substance is noncombustible.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Isolate area and deny entry. Provide ventilation.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Isolate area and deny entry. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only under a chemical fume hood.
Exposure Limits CAS# 10112-91-1: United States OSHA: 0.1 mg/m3 Ceiling (listed under Mercury, ary and inorganic compounds).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): mg/m3 VLE (as Hg) France - VME: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): mg/m3 VME (as Hg) Germany: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): 0.1 m VME (as Hg) Germany: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): Skin absorber Malaysia: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): 0.1 mg/m3 TWA (as Hg) Netherlands: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.15 mg/m3 Netherlands: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.05 mg/m3 Russia: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (a Hg) Russia: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.05 mg/m3 STEL Hg) Spain: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): 0.1 mg/ VLA-ED (as Hg) Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only under a chemical fume hood.
Exposure Limits CAS# 10112-91-1: United States OSHA: 0.1 mg/m3 Ceiling (listed under Mercury, ary and inorganic compounds).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): mg/m3 VLE (as Hg) France - VME: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): mg/m3 VME (as Hg) Germany: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): 0.1 m VME (as Hg) Germany: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): Skin absorber Malaysia: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): 0.1 mg/m3 TWA (as Hg) Netherlands: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.15 mg/m3 Netherlands: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.05 mg/m3 Russia: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (a Hg) Russia: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.05 mg/m3 STEL Hg) Spain: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): 0.1 mg/ VLA-ED (as Hg) Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Solid
Color: off-white
Odor: None reported.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: practically insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 7.1500g/cm3
Molecular Formula: Cl2Hg2
Molecular Weight: 472.08
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. May decompose when exposed to light.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, incompatible materials, light, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Substance may react with acacia, ammonia, alkali chlorides, bromides, carbonates, cocaine, copper salts, cyanides, hydroxides, iodine, iodoform, lead salts, silver salts, soap, sulfates, and sulfites.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, mercury/mercury oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. May decompose when exposed to light.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, incompatible materials, light, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Substance may react with acacia, ammonia, alkali chlorides, bromides, carbonates, cocaine, copper salts, cyanides, hydroxides, iodine, iodoform, lead salts, silver salts, soap, sulfates, and sulfites.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, mercury/mercury oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 10112-91-1: OV8740000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 10112-91-1: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 180 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 210 mg/kg; Skin, rat: LD50 = 1500 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Mercury Chloride - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 10112-91-1: OV8740000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 10112-91-1: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 180 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 210 mg/kg; Skin, rat: LD50 = 1500 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Mercury Chloride - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Other No information available.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before returning for recycling.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE , SOLID N.O.S(
Mercury (I) chloride)
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3077
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE , SOLID N.O.S(
Mercury (I) chloride)
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3077
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE , SOLID N.O.S(
Mercury (I) chloride)
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3077
Packing group: III
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN N
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases:
S 13 Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding
stuffs.
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately
and show this container or label.
S 60 This material and its container must be
disposed of as hazardous waste.
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
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