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Mercury (II) Chloride or Mercuric Chloride
CAS Number: 7487-94-7

Molecular Formula: HgCl2
Molecular Weight: 271.52

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Mercury (II) Chloride or Mercuric Chloride

Mercury (II) chloride or Mercuric chloride SDS, Safety Data Sheet
MSDS Sheet, Material Safety Data Sheet
 14-April-25

Section 1. Product Information

Product Name & Other Names: Mercury (II) chloride or Mercuric chloride.
CAS No.: 7487-94-7
EINECS EC Number: 231-299-8
Chemical Formula: HgCl2
Molecular Weight: 271.52
Relevant uses and uses advised against (if any): Industrial Manufacturing.
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In case of emergency contact: Will be given with the supply.

Section 2: Hazards Identification

GHS, Globally Harmonized System Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 2), H300
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1A, B, C H314
Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2), H341
Reproductive toxicity (Category 2), H361f
Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure Category 1, H372
Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H410

Labeling according GHS & Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

GHS Label Elements
Marine Pollutant
Marine Pollutant

GHS Label Elements
Toxic
Toxic

GHS Label Elements
Health Hazard
Health Hazard

GHS Label Elements
Corrosive
Corrosive

Signal Words: Danger

Hazard statements:
H300 Fatal if swallowed.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
H361f Suspected of damaging fertility.
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements:
P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264: Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301+310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P303+361+353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P333+313: If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P304+340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P303+361+353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P405: Store locked up.
P403+233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Section 3: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Product Name & Other Names: Mercury (II) chloride or Mercuric chloride.
CAS No.: 7487-94-7
EINECS EC Number: 231-299-8

Section 4. First Aid & Procedure

Always get medical attention after the first aid is over.

Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention.
Skin:
 Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Eyes:
 Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower eyelids. Hold eyelids apart during irrigation. Get medical attention.
Inhalation:
 Remove person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing administer artificial respiration. Get medical attention.

Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures

Fire/Explosion: Not considered to be a fire and explosion hazard.
Extinguishing Medium: 
Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance/ mixture: Mercury oxides, Chlorine and fumes.
Fire Fighting Instructions: Use suitable protective equipment for surrounding fire.
Special Information: In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. At high temperatures under fire conditions, it may produce toxic or irritating fumes.

Section 6. Spills and Disposals

Personal precautions, protective equipment, and emergency procedures: Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use individual protective equipment (waterproof boots, suitable protective clothing, safety glasses, etc.).
Environmental precautions: Do not let the product enter drains, soil, or water sources.
Methods and materials used for containment Cleanup procedures and Storage: Contain spilled material. Do not touch or walk through this product. Do not let the product enter drains. Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container.

Section 7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling: Apply according to good manufacturing and industrial hygiene practices. Ensure proper ventilation. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not drink, eat, or smoke while handling. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Minimize dust generation. Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use individual protective equipment (waterproof boots, suitable protective clothing, safety glasses, etc.).
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Store in cool, dry, and ventilated area away from heat sources and protected from sunlight in tightly closed original container. Keep air contact to a minimum. Store protected from heat, sparks and ignition sources and incompatible materials. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of dust/mist/vapor. Do not store with incompatible materials like strong oxidizing agents and strong acids. Product is sensitive to light and moisture.

Section 8. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection

Exposure Limits for Phenyl Mercuric Acetate:
USA. NIOSH Recommended Exposure Limits: 0.05mg/m3 TWA.
ACGIH TLV: 0.1 mg/m3 (TWA).
European Union: TWA: 0.02 mg/m3 (8h).
Engineering Controls: Use adequate exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the allowable exposure limit.
Ventilation System: A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures as low as possible.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved): For conditions of use where exposure to dust or mist is apparent and engineering controls are not feasible, a particulate respirator may be worn.
Skin Protection: Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing.
Eye Protection: Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing of solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
Other Control Measures: Maintain good housekeeping in work area. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands after handling.

Section 9. Physical & Chemical Data

Appearance: Colorless or white solid.
Odor: Odorless.
Odor threshold: Not applicable.
pH: No data found.
Relative density: 5.43.
Melting point/freezing point: 276C.
Initial boiling point and boiling range: 304C.
Flash point: No data found.
Auto-ignition temperature: No data found.
Decomposition temperature: No data found.
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data found.
Vapor pressure: No data found.
Vapor density: No data found.
Evaporation rate: No data found.
Flammability (solid, gas): No data found.
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: No data found.
Solubility(ies): Soluble in water.
Viscosity: No data found.

Section 10. Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):
 Strong acids and strong oxidizing agents,.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, exposure to moist air or water, excessive heat and light.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Mercury oxides, Chlorine and fumes.
Hazardous Polymerization:
 Will not occur.

Section 11. Toxicological Information

Toxicity to Animals: LD50 Oral - Rat - 1 mg/kg. LD50 Dermal - Rabbit - 41 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by NTP, OSHA.
Teratogenic Effects: No data found.
Mutagenic Effects: Suspected of causing genetic defects..
Developmental Toxicity: No data found.
Reproductive Effects: Suspected of damaging fertility.

Section 12. Ecological Information

Toxicity to fish: LC50: 0.1 - 0.182 mg/L, 96h flow-through (Pimephales promelas).
Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: EC50 Daphnia magna (Water flea): 0.003 mg/l; 48 h.
Ecotoxicity: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Mobility: Likely to be mobile due to water solubility.
Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation: No data found.
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment: No data found for assessment.

Section 13. Disposal Suggestions

Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations at an approved waste disposal facility. Follow all the pollution control rules.

Section 14. Transport and Label Information

DOT USA, TDG Canada & ADR/RID Europe:
UN-No UN 1624
Proper Shipping Name: MERCURIC CHLORIDE
Hazard Class 6.1; Packing Group II
IMDG/IMO
UN-No UN 1624
Proper Shipping Name: MERCURIC CHLORIDE
Hazard Class 6.1; Packing Group II
IATA:
UN-No UN 1624
Proper Shipping Name: MERCURIC CHLORIDE
Hazard Class 6.1; Packing Group II

Section 15. Regulatory Information

USA:
SARA 311/312 Hazards: See section 2.
California Prop. 65 Components: Listed.

Section 16. Other Information

Disclaimer:
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Our company provides this MSDS sheet in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This SDS sheet is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product. The above information has been compiled from various sources and has the possibility of discrepancy and being out-dated information. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment and do further search in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. In no case shall our company be liable to loss or damages by the product user.
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