| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2070 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Mercuric Nitrate 0.0171 Normal |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | N/A |
| RTECS: | None |
| C.A.S | See Below |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Water, Deionized ASTM Type II | CAS# 7732-18-5 | Balance | V/V | None Established |
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Mercuric Nitrate | CAS# 7783-34-8 | 3.03% | W/V | OSHA TWA 0.1 mg(Hg)/mƒ |
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Nitric Acid | CAS# 7697-37-2 | 0.5% | V/V | OSHA TWA 2 ppm (5mg/mƒ), STEL 4 ppm (10mg/mƒ) |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| May be fatal if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed thru the skin Avoid all contact. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after use. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
May be fatal if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed thru the skin Avoid all contact. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after use. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | None Known. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Absorb spill with inert material, then place in a chemical waste container. Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, local law.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry place. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:None required
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | <2° C | Specific Gravity | ~1
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| Boiling Point: | 100° C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | >96% |
| Vapor Pressure: | N/E |
Evaporation Rate: | ~1 |
| Vapor Density: |
information not avai |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
N/A |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Colorless odorless liquid |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
N/A |
| Flash Point: |
N/A |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
N/A |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with incompatible materials. |
Materials to Avoid:
Organic compounds, cyanide, sulfur |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Highly toxic oxides of nitrogen and mercury |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Toxic! Corrosive! Conditions aggravated: Persons with preexisting skin, eye, or nervous system disorders may be more susceptible. Acute: May cause irritation or burns to skin and eyes. Mercury may be stored in the liver, kidneys, spleen and bones. Can cause kidney and central nervous system effects. Chronic: Intoxication, damage to target organs, dermatitis, eye damage. Target organs: Liver, kidneys, central nervous system, brain. |
| DOT Classification: Toxic Liquid, Inorganic n.o.s. (Mercuric Nitrate Solution), 6.1, UN3287, PG III |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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