EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic if swallowed. Causes burns. Irritating to respiratory system.
Risk of explosion if heated under confinement. Toxic : danger of
serious damage to health by prolonged exposure in contact with skin
and if swallowed.Corrosive.The toxicological properties of this
material have not been fully investigated.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns.
Skin:
Causes skin burns.
Ingestion:
May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. Causes
gastrointestinal tract burns. The toxicological properties of this
substance have not been fully investigated. Inorganic mercury
compounds may cause central and peripheral nervous system effects.
Inhalation:
Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. The toxicological
properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Acute
exposure to high concentrations of mercury vapors may cause severe
respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Chronic exposure to mercury may cause permanent central nervous
system damage, fatigue, weight loss, tremors, personality changes.
Chronic ingestion may cause accumulation of mercury in body tissues.
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:
Get medical aid. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes
closed. Extensive irrigation with water is required (at least 30
minutes).
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. Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.
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. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration
using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a
mask.
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. Use water
spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Containers may explode
when heated.
Extinguishing Media:
Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Cool containers with
flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. 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:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the
Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion
and inhalation. Discard contaminated shoes.
Storage:
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 adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 8003-05-2:
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)
Malaysia: (listed as mercury, aryl and inorganic compounds): 0.1
mg/m3 TWA (as 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 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:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Powder
Color: white to off-white
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 180 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: C12H11Hg2NO4
Molecular Weight: 634.39
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, dust generation, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and
gases, carbon dioxide, mercury/mercury oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 8003-05-2: OW8575000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Phenylmercuric Nitrate -
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: PHENYLMERCURIC NITRATE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 1895
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: PHENYLMERCURIC NITRATE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 1895
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: PHENYLMERCURIC NITRATE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 1895
Packing group: II
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases:
R 25 Toxic if swallowed.
R 34 Causes burns.
R 37 Irritating to respiratory system.
R 44 Risk of explosion if heated under confinement.
R 48/24/25 Toxic : danger of serious damage to
health by prolonged exposure in contact with skin and
if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 23 Do not inhale gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water.
S 37 Wear suitable gloves.
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# 8003-05-2: No information available.
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 8003-05-2 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
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CAS# 8003-05-2 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
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