mercury atom 7439-97-6 MSDS
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Product identifiers
Product name : Mercury
REACH No. : A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance
or its uses are exempted from registration, the annual tonnage does not
require a registration or the registration is envisaged for a later
registration deadline.
CAS-No. : 7439-97-6
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 2), H330
Reproductive toxicity (Category 1B), H360D
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 1), H372
Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H400
Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H410
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
R61
T+ Very toxic R26
T Toxic R48/23
N Dangerous for the R50/53
environment
For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Pictogram
Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H330 Fatal if inhaled.
H360D May damage the unborn child.
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statement(s)
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P284 Wear respiratory protection.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Supplemental Hazard none
Statements
Restricted to professional users.
Other hazards - none
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
Substances
Formula : Hg
Molecular Weight : 200,59 g/mol
CAS-No. : 7439-97-6
EC-No. : 231-106-7
Hazardous ingredients according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Component Classification Concentration
Mercury
CAS-No. 7439-97-6 Acute Tox. 2; Repr. 1B; STOT <= 100 %
EC-No. 231-106-7 RE 1; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic
Index-No. 080-001-00-0 Chronic 1; H330, H360D,
H372, H410
Hazardous ingredients according to Directive 1999/45/EC
Component Classification Concentration
Mercury
CAS-No. 7439-97-6 T+, N, Repr.Cat.2, R61 - R26 - <= 100 %
EC-No. 231-106-7 R48/23 - R50/53
Index-No. 080-001-00-0
For the full text of the H-Statements and R-Phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16
SECTION 4: First aid measures
Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in
section 11
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
no data available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Mercury/mercury oxides.
Advice for firefighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Further information
no data available
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear respiratory protection. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
For personal protection see section 8.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the
environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in suitable, closed
containers for disposal.
Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation
of vapour or mist.
For precautions see section 2.2.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are
opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Store under inert gas.
Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling
the product.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and
the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Full contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Z677272, Size M)
Splash contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Z677272, Size M)
data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, test method: EN374
If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374,
contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must
be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of
anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any
specific use scenario.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected
according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator
with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup
to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air
respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government
standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into
the environment must be avoided.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: liquid
Colour: silver, white
b) Odour odourless
c) Odour Threshold no data available
d) pH no data available
e) Melting point/freezing Melting point/range: -38,87 °C - lit.
point
f) Initial boiling point and 356,6 °C - lit.
boiling range
g) Flash point not applicable
h) Evapouration rate no data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available
j) Upper/lower no data available
flammability or
explosive limits
k) Vapour pressure < 0,01 hPa at 20 °C
1 hPa at 126 °C
l) Vapour density 6,93 - (Air = 1.0)
m) Relative density 13,55 g/cm3 at 25 °C
n) Water solubility 0,00006 g/l at 25 °C
o) Partition coefficient: n- no data available
octanol/water
p) Auto-ignition no data available
temperature
q) Decomposition no data available
temperature
r) Viscosity no data available
s) Explosive properties no data available
t) Oxidizing properties no data available
Other safety information
Relative vapour density 6,93 - (Air = 1.0)
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
Reactivity
no data available
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available
Conditions to avoid
no data available
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents, Ammonia, Azides, Nitrates, Chlorates, Copper
Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - no data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LC50 Inhalation - rat - male - 2 h - < 27 mg/m3
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
This product is or contains a component that is not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity based on its IARC,
ACGIH, NTP, or EPA classification.
IARC: 3 - Group 3: Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Mercury)
Reproductive toxicity
Presumed human reproductive toxicant
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Additional Information
RTECS: OV4550000
Mercury accumulates in almost all tissues, especially in the:, Kidney, Effects due to ingestion may include:,
Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, intestinal bleeding
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Toxicity
Toxicity to fish mortality LC50 - Cyprinus carpio (Carp) - 0,160 mg/l - 96 h
Persistence and degradability
no data available
Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulation Carassius auratus (goldfish) - 1.789 d
- 0,25 µg/l
Bioconcentration factor (BCF): 155.986
Mobility in soil
no data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
Other adverse effects
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
no data available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
SECTION 14: Transport information
UN number
ADR/RID: 2809 IMDG: 2809 IATA: 2809
UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: Not permitted for transport
IMDG: MERCURY
IATA: Mercury
Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 8 (6.1) IMDG: 8 (6.1) IATA: 8 (6.1)
Packaging group
ADR/RID: III IMDG: III IATA: III
Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: yes IMDG Marine pollutant: yes IATA: no
Special precautions for user
no data available
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
N/A
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A