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CAS Number: 7783-34-8
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93-8009
Mercury › Mercury(II) nitrate monohydrate, 98+% (ACS)| CAS Number: | 7783-34-8 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00149736 |
| Molecular Formula: | HgN2O6 |
| Molecular Weight: | 324.60 (342.62) |
| Chemical Formula: | Hg(NO3)2·H2O |
| Color and Form: | white xtl. |
| Note: |
Safety: Hazardous
Physical Characteristics: density 4.3
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Mercury (II) nitrate monohydrate, 98+% (ACS) |
| Product Number: | 93-8009 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 7783-34-8 |
| Formula: | Hg(NO3)2.H2O |
| EINECS Number: | 233-152-3 |
| Chemical Family: | metal nitrate salts |
| Synonym: | Nitric acid, mercury (+2) salt monohydrate |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 7783-34-8 | 100 | 0.025mg/m3 | 1mg/10m3 |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Mercury salts are toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, inhalation, skin |
| Eye Contact: | May cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | May cause mild to severe irritation of the skin. Toxic by skin contact. |
| Inhalation: | Toxic by inhalation. The chief effect of mercury is on the central nervous system and the mouth and gums. |
| Ingestion: | Toxic if swallowed. Ingestion may lead to dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and convulsions. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Danger of cumulative effects. |
| Chronic Health 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. 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: | not applicable |
| 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 irritating fumes. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | Metal nitrates can be oxidizers. Contact with strong reducing agents could lead to fires and/or explosions. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store in a tightly sealed container. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. |
| 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 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 Respiratory 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: | white xtl. |
| Molecular Weight: | 324.60 (342.62) |
| Melting Point: | no data |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | 4.3 |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | decomposes in water |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | air and moisture stable |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | Contact with strong reducing agents or organic matter. Some nitrates can explode if heated to high temperatures. |
| Incompatibility: | reducing agents, organic matter, phosphorus and sulfur |
| Decomposition Products: | nitrogen compounds and mercury salts |
| 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: | Avoid release to the environment. Very toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
| 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): | Mercuric nitrate |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 6.1 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | II |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 1625 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Mercuric nitrate |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 6.1 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | II |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 1625 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title Compound: See Category Code N458 and N511 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: | 7/26/2000 |
| Revision Date: | 8/02/2011 |
