| CAS Number: | 11110-52-4 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00210362 |
| Molecular Formula: | |
| Molecular Weight: | |
| Chemical Formula: | Na/Hg |
| Color and Form: | spherical pellets |
| Note: |
Stability: air sensitive, moisture sensitive
Safety: Hazardous
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Sodium-Mercury Amalgam, 4-5% Na (99.9+%) |
| Product Number: | 80-1105 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 11110-52-4 |
| Formula: | Na/Hg |
| EINECS Number: | none |
| Chemical Family: | metal or element |
| Synonym: | Quicksilver |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title compound | 11110-52-4 | 100 | 0.025mg/m3 | 1mg/10m3 |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | The alloy rapidly forms corrosive alkali hydroxide with evolution of heat. Severe thermal and chemical burns will result. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Contact with skin and eyes. Vapor inhalation. |
| Eye Contact: | Severe thermal burns, corrosion and ulceration of the eyes may occur on direct contact. |
| Skin Contact: | Severe thermal burns, corrosion and ulceration of the skin may occur on direct contact. |
| Inhalation: | Inhalation of dust will severely irritate the nasal cavity and respiratory tract. Mercury vapor is toxic |
| Ingestion: | Toxic if swallowed. Ingestion will cause burns and perforations of the gastrointestinal tract. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Corrosive to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | Danger of cumulative effects. The chronic effects of mercury poisoning include stomatitis, tremors, psychic disturbances, excessive salivation, and pain on chewing. Other effects include loss of memory, insomnia, lack of confidence, irritability and depression. |
| NTP: | No |
| IARC: | No |
| OSHA: | No |
| SECTION 4: First Aid Measures | |
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| Eye Exposure: | Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention. |
| Skin Exposure: | Wash the affected area with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists. |
| Inhalation: | Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance. |
| Ingestion: | Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel. |
| SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures | |
|---|---|
| Flash Point: | not applicable |
| Autoignition Temperature: | no data |
| Explosion Limits: | no data |
| Extinguishing Medium: | Class D metal fire agent, dry salt or sand. |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. |
| Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: | If involved in a fire, burning metal may produce severely corrosive and toxic fumes of sodium hydroxide and mercury |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | Flammable solid. Burns with intense heat. Dust may form explosive mixtures with air. Evolves flammable hydrogen with water. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | In the case of a spill, the material should be covered with dry soda ash, limestone, or sand. Place in open container and seek expert advice. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Toxic vapors. Store in a tightly sealed container in argon in a cool dry well ventilated place. Handle in Argon. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | Always wear approved chemical splash proof goggles. |
| Skin Protection: | Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove. |
| Ventilation: | Handle in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134. |
| Additional Protection: | Prepare for the possibility of fire. |
| SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties | |
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| Color and Form: | spherical pellets |
| Molecular Weight: | not applicable |
| Melting Point: | no data |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | 1mm (126.2C) |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | reacts with water |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | air sensitive, moisture sensitive |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | Contact with water or air. |
| Incompatibility: | halogens, azides and fulminates, acetylene, halocarbons, water, acids, oxidizers, carbon dioxide. |
| Decomposition Products: | Flammable hydrogen with moisture, caustic oxide with air or moisture. |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | No information available in the RTECS files. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | No data available |
| Mutagenic Effects: | No data available |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | No data available |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | Do not allow to enter waterways |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Alkali metal amalgams, solid |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 4.3 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | I |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 3401 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Alkali metal amalgam, solid |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 4.3 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | I |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 3401 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound: See Category Code N458 for reporting. |
| Second Ingredient: | none |
| Third Ingredient: | none |
| SECTION 16: Other Information | |
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| Disclaimer: | The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. |
| Preparation Date: | 11/27/2000 |
| Revision Date: | 2/24/2012 |