Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Mercury(II) chloride for analysis EMSURE® Reag. Ph Eur,ACS
- Product Code
- 1.04419
- Chemical Name
- Mercury(II) chloride
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 7487-94-7 Check regulations →
- REACH No.
- A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its uses are exempted from registration or the annual tonnage does not require a registration.
Identified Uses
Scientific research and development, Reagent for analysis
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Sigma-Aldrich Chemie GmbH
manufacturer
Eschenstrasse 5, D-82024 TAUFKIRCHEN
+49 (0)89 6513-1130
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC Deutschland
0800 181 7059
CHEMTREC weltweit
+49 (0)696 43508409
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
GHS06
GHS08
GHS09
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury dichloride EC: 231-299-8 | 7487-94-7 | 90 - 100% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.
In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
If swallowed: give water to drink (two glasses at most). Seek medical advice immediately. In exceptional cases only, if medical care is not available within one hour, induce vomiting (only in persons who are wide awake and fully conscious), administer activated charcoal (20 - 40 g in a 10% slurry) and consult a doctor as quickly as possible. Do not attempt to neutralise.
Immediate Medical Attention
Call in physician. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Seek medical advice immediately.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
Not combustible. Fire may cause evolution of: mercury vapours, Hydrogen chloride gas, Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.
Firefighter Protection
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Avoid generation and inhalation of dusts in all circumstances. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Observe possible material restrictions (see sections 7 and 10). Take up carefully. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture.
Protected from light. Tightly closed. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorised persons.
Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Material : Nitrile rubber, Break through time : 480 min, Glove thickness : 0,11 mm, Protective index : Full contact, Manufacturer : KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Splash contact details: Material : Nitrile rubber, Break through time : 480 min, Glove thickness : 0,11 mm, Protective index : Splash contact, Manufacturer : KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Remarks : This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles
required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter : Filter type P3 type: The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.
protective clothing
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
No data available
Risk of explosion with: Fluorine, Alkali metals, hydrazine and derivatives. Exothermic reaction with: Strong bases, Strong oxidizing agents.
Avoid moisture. Light.
Lead, Copper, Light metals, silver, Zinc, Tin
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1624
- Shipping Name
- MERCURIC CHLORIDE
- Transport Class
- 6.1
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Mercury(II) chloride for analysis EMSURE® Reag. Ph Eur,ACS?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Mercury(II) chloride for analysis EMSURE® Reag. Ph Eur,ACS?
Mercury(II) chloride for analysis EMSURE® Reag. Ph Eur,ACS is a solid with white color. It has no data available odor.
What is Mercury(II) chloride for analysis EMSURE® Reag. Ph Eur,ACS used for?
Scientific research and development, Reagent for analysis
What are the hazard statements for Mercury(II) chloride for analysis EMSURE® Reag. Ph Eur,ACS?
This substance has 6 hazard statements:
- H300: Fatal if swallowed.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- H361f: Suspected of damaging fertility.
- H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
- H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What is the melting point of Mercury(II) chloride for analysis EMSURE® Reag. Ph Eur,ACS?
The melting point is 277 °C and the boiling point is 302 °C (1.013 hPa).