ICSC 0978 - MERCURIC ACETATE

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MERCURIC ACETATE

ICSC: 0978
_{April 2000}

Acetic acid, mercury(2+) salt
Mercury di(acetate)

CAS No: 1600-27-7
RTECS No: AI8575000
UN No: 1629
EC No: 080-004-00-7

C₄H₆O₄Hg / Hg(CH₃COO)₂
Molecular mass: 318.70

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		AVOID ALL CONTACT!	IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
Inhalation	Sore throat. Cough. Headache. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath.	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED! Skin burns. Pain.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns.	Face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Diarrhoea. Vomiting. Metallic taste.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. (Extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).	T+ Symbol N Symbol R: 26/27/28-33-50/53 S: (1/2-)13-28-36-45-60-61 Note: A UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Pack Group: II	Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Severe marine pollutant.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G64b	Separated from food and feedstuffs. Keep in the dark.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS, OR WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER.

Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on heating and under influence of light. Attacks many metals.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (as Hg): 0.025 mg/m³ (skin) A4 (ACGIH 1999).
MAK as Hg: 0.01 mg/m³; BAT 25 mg/l in blood, 100 µg/l in urine (1999)
MAK as Hg STEL: 1 mg/m³; (1999)
MAK: class Sh (1999)

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. The substance may cause effects on the kidneys.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. The substance may have effects on the central nervous system peripheral nervous system and kidneys, resulting in ataxia, sensory and memory disturbances, tremors, muscle weakness and kidney impairment.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Melting point (decomposes): 178°C Density: 3.28 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: 40	The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. In the food chain important to humans, bioaccumulation takes place, specifically in aquatic organism. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment because it persists in the environment.

NOTES

Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated.
Do NOT take working clothes home.

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