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MSDS 
:
 Mercury(II) cyanide, 99%
CAS 
:
 592-04-1
SYNONYMS 
:
 Mercuric cyanide.
**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 592-04-1 |Mercury(II) cyanide | 99 | 209-741-6 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: T+
Risk Phrases: 26/27/28 33

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Danger of cumulative effects.Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the
air).Light sensitive.

Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Exposure to mercury or mercury compounds can cause discoloration on
the front surface of the lens, which does not interfere with vision.
Causes eye irritation and possible burns.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation and possible burns.
Ingestion:
May be fatal if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal irritation with
nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Metabolism may release cyanide, which
may result in headache, dizziness, weakness, collapse,
unconsciousness and possible death. Inorganic mercury compounds may
cause central and peripheral nervous system effects.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation with possible burns. Acute
exposure to high concentrations of mercury vapors may cause severe
respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Chronic ingestion may cause accumulation of mercury in body tissues.
Chronic exposure to mercury compounds may produce immunologic
glomerular disease. Chronic exposure to cyanide solutions may lead to
the development of a "cyanide" rash, characterized by itching, and by
macular, papular, and vesicular eruptions, and may be accompanied by
secondary infections.

**** 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 immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:

**** 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.
Extinguishing Media:
Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Use water spray, dry
chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
Equipment section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a
suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating
dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation. Store protected from light. Avoid mechanical shock and
friction.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible
substances. Poison room locked. Keep containers tightly closed.
Store protected from light.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 592-04-1:
United States OSHA: 5 mg/m3 TWA (listed under Cyanide anion).0.1
mg/m3 Ceiling (listed under Mercury, aryl and inorganic compound
Belgium - TWA: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.025 mg/
VLE (as Hg)
France - VME: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.1 mg/m3
(as Hg)
Germany: (listed as mercury inorganic compounds): 0.1 mg/m3 VME (
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 inorganic compounds): 0.025 mg/m3 VLA-E
(as Hg)

Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's 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. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State: Crystals
Color: white
Odor: odorless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 320 deg C ( 608.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: 320 deg C
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 3.996
Molecular Formula: C2HgN2
Molecular Weight: 252.63

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Friction and impact
sensitive explosive.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light, friction.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide,
mercury/mercury oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#:
CAS# 592-04-1: OW1515000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 592-04-1: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 33 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 26
mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Mercury(II) cyanide -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****



**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

IATA
Shipping Name: MERCURY CYANIDE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 1636
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: MERCURY CYANIDE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 1636
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: MERCURIC CYANIDE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 1636
Packing group: II
USA RQ: CAS# 592-04-1: 1 lb final RQ; 0.454 kg final RQ

**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T+
Risk Phrases:
R 26/27/28 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with
skin and if swallowed.
R 33 Danger of cumulative effects.
Safety Phrases:
S 13 Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding
stuffs.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water.
S 36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 592-04-1: 3
Canada
CAS# 592-04-1 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
CAS# 592-04-1 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 592-04-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Creation Date: 7/16/1998 Revision #3 Date: 1/18/2005

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