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Mercury(II) chloride

DANGER solid SDS/MSDS

Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Mercury(II) chloride
Product Code
A17472
Chemical Name
mercury dichloride mercuric chloride 080-010-00-X

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

EC Number

European Community number - used for regulatory compliance in EU/EEA

Uses Information

Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development

Overview

Mercury(II) chloride (CAS: 7487-94-7 ) is a powder substance commonly used su24 scientific research and development.

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

danger (Danger)

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Category 2 H300
Muta. Category 2 H341
Repr. Category 2 H361
STOT RE Category 1 H372
Skin Corr. Category 1B H314

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS06 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Acute toxicity hazard - Poisonous materials that can cause death or serious harm

GHS06

GHS05 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Corrosive hazard - Materials that can cause severe skin burns and eye damage

GHS05

GHS08 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Serious health hazard - Carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic to organs

GHS08

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

  • H300: Fatal if swallowed.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
  • H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
  • H372: Causes damage to the lung, the kidneys, the liver, the heart, the reproductive system, the blood, the brain, the endocrine system and the immune system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral, Inhalative, Dermal.

Precautionary Statements

  • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/ ...
  • P303+P361+P353: If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
  • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. company logo - Safety Data Sheet supplier organization

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

๐Ÿ“

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

๐ŸŒ

US

๐Ÿ“ž

800-343-0660

๐Ÿ“ 

800-322-4757

24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

Emergency Contact

๐Ÿ“ž

(800) 343-0660

๐Ÿ•’

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Emergency Contact

๐Ÿ“ž

Carechem

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Product Type

substance

General Composition

Substances

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
N/A N/A Not specified โœ“ Non-hazardous

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

๐Ÿซ Inhalation Exposure

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Skin Contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.

๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Eye Contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Ingestion/Swallowing

Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

๐Ÿ“Š Solidification Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Molecular Weight
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Colour Intensity
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Solubility In Water
69 g/l
๐Ÿ“Š Explosive Limits
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined.
๐Ÿ‘ƒ Odor
Odorless
๐Ÿ“Š Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Crystallisation Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Properties Status
Not available
๐Ÿ’ง Solubility
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Relative Density
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Metal Corrosion
Not available
โš–๏ธ Density
5.4 g/cm3 (45.063 lbs/gal)
Critical Property
๐ŸŽจ Colour
White
๐Ÿ“Š Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
๐Ÿงช Physical State
solid
Critical Property
๐Ÿ“Š Bulk Density
Not available
๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Appearance
Powder
๐Ÿ”ฅ Flash Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Softening Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Freezing Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Odor Threshold
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Cloud Point
Not available
๐Ÿงช Ph
Not applicable.
๐Ÿ’จ Boiling Point
302 โ„ƒ (576 ยฐF)
Critical Property
๐Ÿ“Š Physical State Data
solid
๐Ÿ’จ Vapor Pressure
0.0001 hPa
๐ŸงŠ Melting Point
280-282 โ„ƒ (536-540 ยฐF)
Critical Property
๐Ÿ“Š Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
๐Ÿ“Š Voc Content
Not available
๐Ÿ”ฅ Flammability
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Form
Powder
๐Ÿ“Š Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Vapor Density
Not applicable.
๐Ÿ“Š Decomposition Temperature
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Solubility In Fat
Not available
๐Ÿ’จ Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

๐Ÿญ Engineering Controls

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

๐Ÿงค Hand Protection

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.

๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Eye Protection

Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection.

๐Ÿ˜ท Respiratory Protection

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

๐Ÿฆบ Skin/Body Protection

Protective work clothing.

Transportation & Shipping Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements

๐Ÿท๏ธ UN Number

UN1624

๐Ÿ“ฆ Proper Shipping Name

Mercuric chloride

โš ๏ธ Transport Hazard Class

6.1 Toxic substances.

๐Ÿ“‹ Packing Group

II

๐Ÿšข IMDG Maritime Transport Precautions

Warning: Toxic substances Heavy metals and their salts (including their organometallic compounds), mercury F-A,S-ฤ‚ and mercury compounds

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

What is the hazard signal word for Mercury(II) chloride?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Mercury(II) chloride?

Mercury(II) chloride is a solid appearing as powder with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is Mercury(II) chloride used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Mercury(II) chloride?

This substance has 5 hazard statements: H300: Fatal if swallowed. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects. H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H372: Causes damage to the lung, the kidneys, the liver, the heart, the reproductive system, the blood, the brain, the endocrine system and the immune system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral, Inhalative, Dermal.

What is the melting point of Mercury(II) chloride?

The melting point is 280-282 โ„ƒ (536-540 ยฐF) and the boiling point is 302 โ„ƒ (576 ยฐF).