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What is Mercury?

Mercury (CAS: 7439-97-6). It's a appearance: form: substance commonly used

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
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Hazard Statements

  • H330: Fatal if inhaled.
  • H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child.
  • H372: Causes damage to the central nervous system, the kidneys, the reproductive system and the brain through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary Statements

  • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
  • P284: [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
  • P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P320: Specific treatment is urgent (see on this label).
  • P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
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Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
Appearance: Form:
Colour
Not available
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Not available
Odor
Odorless
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not determined.
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: 00522

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for Mercury?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Mercury?

Mercury is a liquid appearing as appearance: form: . It has odorless odor.

What is the solubility of Mercury?

Not miscible or difficult to mix

What are the hazard statements for Mercury?

This substance has 3 hazard statements: H330: Fatal if inhaled. H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child. H372: Causes damage to the central nervous system, the kidneys, the reproductive system and the brain through prolonged or repeated exposure.

What is the melting point of Mercury?

The melting point is -38.87 ℃ (-38 ºF) and the boiling point is 356.73 ℃ (674 ºF).