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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: Mayer's Reagent for Narcotic Alkaloids
MSDS No.: NAR10001
I. Basic Information:
Manufacturer: Sirchie Finger Print Laboratories
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Address: 100 Hunter Place
City, ST Zip: Youngsville, NC 27596
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Emergency Contact: CHEMTREC
Emergency Telephone Number: 800-424-9300
Contact: Tech Support
Information Telephone Number: 919-554-2244
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Last Update: 2-7-2008 Expiration Date:
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X Liquid Gas Solid
Chemical State:
H
Pure Mixture
Chemical Type: X
II. Ingredients:
Trade Secret
EHS IARC SARA
313 OSHA ACGIH Other
% Range NTP SUB Z PEL TLV Limits
CAS No. Chemical Name
7487947 Mercury (II) chloride 1.36 NE 0.1 mg/m3 277 C
7681110 Potassium iodide 5 NE NE 680 C
7732185 Water 93.64 None None 212 F
III. Hazardous Identification:
Hazard Category:
X Acute X Chronic Fire Pressure Reactive
Hazardous Identification Information:
May be fatal if swallowed. May be absorbed through the skin. May cause respiratory and digestive tract irritation. May cause
skin and eye irritation. May cause iodism. May cause central nervous system effects. May cause cardiac effects. May cause
kidney and liver damage. May cause adverse reproductive and fetal effects based on animal studies.
This material is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
IV. First Aid Measures:
Route(s) of Entry:
Inhalation, ingestion, skin, eyes
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic):
Chronic: Iodism, dermatitis
Signs and Symptoms:
Inhalation: Sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath, vertigo, anxiety, depression, muscle incoordination
Ingestion: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle tremors, gum and mouth inflammation, loosening of the teeth
Iodism: Salivation, nasal discharge, sneezing, conjunctivitis, fever, laryngitis, bronchitis, stomatitis, skin rashes
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: Mayer's Reagent for Narcotic Alkaloids
MSDS No.: NAR10001
Skin, eye, respiratory, kidneys, liver, cardiovascular system, central nervous system, gastrointestinal system diseases
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen (To be
administered by qualified medical personnel only!) Get medical attention.
Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cups of milk or water. (Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person!) Get medical attention immediately.
Skin: Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical attention.
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Do not allow victim to
rub or keep eyes closed. Get medical aid immediately.
Antidote for mercury (II) chloride: The use of Dimercaprol, BAL (British Anti-Lewisite), or d-Penicillamine as a chelating agent
should be determined by qualified medical personnel.
Other Health Warnings:
V. Fire Fighting Measures:
Flash Point: NE Lower Explosive Limit: NE Upper Explosive Limit: NE
F.P. Method:
Fire Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, chemical foam
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Remove container from fire area if possible to do so without
injury.
Unusual Fire and Explosion:
VI. Accidental Release Measures:
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:
Wear vapor respirator, safety goggles, rubber gloves, and disposable coveralls (discard after use). Stop leak if possible to do so
without risk. Dike area if necessary. Soak up with inert absorbent material (sand recommended; do not use flammable substances
such as sawdust). Ventilate and wash spill site after collection. Dispose according to local, state, and federal regulations.
VII. Handling and Storage:
Precautions to be Taken:
Keep in tightly closed container. Keep cool and dry. Protect from light. Avoid incompatible materials. Use only in well-ventilated
areas. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Wash
thoroughly after handling.
Other Precautions:
VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection:
Ventilation Requirements:
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: Mayer's Reagent for Narcotic Alkaloids
MSDS No.: NAR10001
Personal Protective Equipment:
Safety goggles, gloves, vapor respirator, protective clothing
IX. Physical and Chemical Properties:
Boiling Point: ~212 F Melting Point: ~32 F
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): NE Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): 1
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1): Vapor Density (AIR = 1): NE
Solubility In Water: Soluble Appearance and Odor:
Other Information:
X. Stability and Reactivity:
Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):
Light, moisture, salts of alkaloids, chloral hydrate, calomel (mercurous chloride), potassium chlorate, metallic salts, acids, bromine
trifluoride, fluorine perchlorate, strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, ignition sources (heat, open flame, spark), albumin,
alkalies, ammonia, antimony, arsenic, borax, bromides, carbonates, formates, gelatin, hypophosphites, lead, lime water, metals,
phosphates, potassium, sodium, sulfates, sulfides, vegetable astringents, organic matter
Decomposition/By Products:
Potassium oxides, iodine, hydrogen chloride gas, mercury, mercury oxides, fluoride
Hazardous Polymerization:
Has not been reported.
XI. Toxicological Information:
May be fatal if swallowed. May be absorbed through the skin. May cause iodism. May cause central nervous system effects. May
cause cardiac effects. May cause kidney and liver damage. May cause adverse reproductive and fetal effects based on animal
studies.
XII. Ecological Information:
Prevent from entering sewers or waterways. May be toxic to some aquatic life. Mercury can be accumulated from water by many
organisms.
XIII. Disposal Considerations:
Dispose according to local, state, and federal regulations.
XIV. Transport Information:
Keep in tightly closed container. Keep cool and dry. Protect from light. Avoid incompatible materials. Avoid contact with skin, eyes,
and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Wash thoroughly after handling.
IATA
Shipping name: Chemical kit
Hazard class: 9
UN no.: 3316
Packing group: II
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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: Mayer's Reagent for Narcotic Alkaloids
MSDS No.: NAR10001
XV. Regulatory Information:
All ingredients are listed on the TSCA inventory.
Mercury (II) chloride, listed as MERCURY COMPOUNDS, is listed as a hazardous air pollutant (HAP) under the Clean Air Act.
Mercury (II) chloride is listed as a Priority Pollutant and a Toxic Pollutant under the Clean Water Act.
California Proposition 65: This product contains chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm (mercury [II] chloride).
Mercury (II) chloride is listed on the EPA Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHS) list.
This material is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
XVI. Other Information:
Using this product under normal, properly instructed procedures should not be hazardous.
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make
no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no
liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigation to determine the suitability of the information for their
particular purposes.
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