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CAS Number: 1184-57-2
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80-2300
Mercury › Methylmercury(II) hydroxide, ~1M aqueous solution| CAS Number: | 1184-57-2 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00013924 |
| Molecular Formula: | CH4HgO |
| Molecular Weight: | 232.63 |
| Chemical Formula: | CH3HgOH |
| Color and Form: | colorless liq. |
| Note: |
Safety: Hazardous
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Methylmercury (II) hydroxide,approx. 1M aqueous solution |
| Product Number: | 80-2300 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 1184-57-2 |
| Formula: | CH3HgOH |
| EINECS Number: | 214-667-2 |
| Chemical Family: | organomercury compound |
| Synonym: | Methylmercury hydroxide |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 1184-57-2 | 23 | 0.01mg/m3 | 0.01mg/m3 |
| water | 7732-18-5 | 77 | no data | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Mercury salts are poisonous by ingestion and inhalation of dust. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. Prolonged exposure may cause heritable genetic damage and impaired fertility. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, Skin. |
| Eye Contact: | May cause mild to severe irritation of the eyes. May deposit mercury in the lens of the eye. |
| Skin Contact: | May cause mild to severe irritation of the skin. Toxic in contact with skin. |
| Inhalation: | May be toxic by inhalation. May cause severe respiratory and gastrointestinal distress. May damage the central nervous system. |
| Ingestion: | Very toxic if swallowed. Lack of appetite, abdominal cramps, vomiting, kidney failure, paralysis. Mercury binds to thiol groups of protein. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Poison. stomach upset and pain, mouth pain, vomiting, excessive salivation, urine products appear in the blood. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | The chronic effects of mercury poisoning include stomatitis, tremors, psychic disturbances, excessive salivation, dermatitis, and pain on chewing. May cause heritable genetic damage and impair fertility. |
| NTP: | No |
| IARC: | Yes |
| 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. 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 | |
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| Flash Point: | no data |
| Autoignition Temperature: | none |
| Explosion Limits: | none |
| Extinguishing Medium: | carbon dioxide, foam or dry powder |
| 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 and full protective clothing. |
| Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: | If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic fumes containing mercury. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazards. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non combustible adsorbent and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory. |
| Skin Protection: | Wear protective clothing and gloves. |
| Ventilation: | If possible, handle the material 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: | No additional protection required. |
| SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties | |
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| Color and Form: | colorless liq. |
| Molecular Weight: | 232.63 |
| Melting Point: | no data |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | material is a water solution |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | air and moisture stable |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | none |
| Incompatibility: | azides, fulminates, active metals, reducing agents, and strong oxidizing agents. |
| Decomposition Products: | carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, mercury fumes, and organic fumes. |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Oral (rat); LD50: 43300 ug/kg. Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: 20 mg/kg. Oral (monkey); LD: >3 mg/kg. Oral (rat); TDLo: 315 mg/kg/30W-C. Subcutaneous (rat); TDLo: 70 mg/kg/7D-I. Oral (monkey); TDLo: 26320 mg/kg/43W-I. Oral (rat); TDLo: 50 mg/kg. Subcutaneous (rat); TDLo:100 mg/kg. Human HeLa cell; DNA inhibition: 10 umol/L. Human HeLa cell; Mutation test not-not otherwise specified: 7500 nmol/L. Intraperitoneal (mouse); DNA inhibition: 1 mg/kg. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | No data |
| Mutagenic Effects: | Mutagen |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | Reproductive effector |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | Avoid release to groundwater or waterways. Very toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects. |
| 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): | Mercury compounds, liquid, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 6.1 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | II |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 2024 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Mercury compound, liquid, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 6.1 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | II |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 2024 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Not listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound: See category 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: | 5/13/2002 |
| Revision Date: | 8/02/2011 |
