SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET NN 60
Threshold Limited Value None established for this compound by (ACGIH 1992-93).
ALDON TLV Computed based on data from (ACGIH 1992-93): 4.76 mg/m3 (Air).
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NN 60
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure Causes severe burns to eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Its corrosive action on
tissue causes burns and frequently deep ulceration with ultimate scarring. Inhalation as
mist can cause damage to the upper respiratory tract and to lung tissue. The cardinal
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE symptoms of mercury poisoning are stomatitis, tremors and psychic disturbances,
excessive salivation and pain on chewing; in severe cases there may be gingivitis, with
Product NESSLER鈥橲 REAGENT, SOLUTION
CHEMTREC loosening of teeth and a dark line on the gum margins resembling the 鈥渓ead line鈥?.
0 Health 3
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and INGESTION: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious, drink
Nessler鈥檚 Reagent, Solution 3 1
Synonyms 0
Fire
Day 716-226-6177 large quantities of milk or water. Call physician immediately. Never give
First Aid Procedures
Mixture.
Formula anything by mouth to an unconscious person. EYES: Flush with water for
1
Reactivity
NFPA at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get prompt
HAZARD RATING HMIS *
up to 4 Lt.
Unit Size medical attention. SKIN: Remove all contaminated clothing. Flood skin
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
with water, then wash with vinegar. INHALATION AS MIST: Remove to
0 1 2 3 4
C.A.S. No. Mixture. fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get immediate medical attention.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable Protect from light, excessive
Potassium Iodide: (CAS No. 7681-11-0) 3.5% None established.
temperature and heat.
Stable X
0.1 mg/m3 (as Hg compds.)
Mercuric Chloride: (CAS No. 7487-94-7) 1.5% Incompatibility
Ammonia fumes, ammonium and amine type compounds.
(Materials to Avoid)
2 mg/m 3 Ceiling
Potassium Hydroxide: (CAS No. 1310-58-3) 12%
Hazardous
DANGER! CORROSIVE! POISON FATAL IF SWALLOWED. When heated, emits toxic and corrosive fumes of mercury, iodine and
CAUSES SEVERE BURNS TO SKIN, EYES AND MUCOUS MEMBRANES.
Decomposition Products chlorine.
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) Freezing point unknown. Approx. 1.3 at 20掳C
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) Approx. 100掳C (212掳F) 83%
by Volume (%) X
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) 14 mm (water) Ether Greater than 1.
=1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) 0.7 (water) Wearing suitable protective clothing, absorb spill with an inert dry
material is released or spilled
material, sweep up and place in a suitable container for disposal.
Solubility in Water Complete.
Wash spill area with soap and water.
Appearance & Odor Clear, yellow (may contain sediment) liquid; no odor.
Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State or Local laws.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Lower
Flammable Limits in Air Upper
Flash Point
Dispose of in an approved chemical landfill or contract with a licensed waste
% by Volume
Non-flammable. N/A
(Method Used)
disposal agency.
Extinguisher
SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Use any media suitable for extinguishing supporting fire.
Media
None needed when working at room temperature and in the liquid state. At elevated temperatures
Respiration Protection
(Specify Type) or misty conditions, work in ventilation hood or wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
On heating or mist. No.
Local Exhaust Special
PROCEDURES Ventilation
In fire conditions, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained On heating or mist. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Chemical safety glasses.
skin and eyes. Use care not to splatter or splash.
Other Protective
Goggles, lab coat, apron, proper gloves, eye wash station, proper ventilation.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
(1993 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK, DOT P 5800.6, GUIDE PAGE NO. 59)
Precautions to be Taken
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Store in a cool place away from acids and ammonia fumes.
in Handling & Storing
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Wash thoroughly after handling.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous and toxic decomposition
products of mercury vapor, chlorine and iodine. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Avoid contact
with skin, eyes and clothing. Use with adequate ventilation.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date
No. 3 12/19/96 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
D.O.T. Corrosive liquids, Toxic, n.o.s. , (Potassium hydroxide, Mercuric chloride), 8, UN 2922, PG II The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information
gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use of these
Approved by U.S. Department of Labor "essentially similar" to form OSHA-20 materials and the safety and health of employees. * Hazardous Materials Industrial Standards. Printed on recycled paper.
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