Name: Mercury Liquid
CAS: 7439-97-6
EC Number: 231-106-7
Chemical Formular: Hg
Appearance: Silver-white liquid
Molecular Weight: 200.59 g/mol
Melting Point: -39 °C
Boiling Point: 356.6 °C
Density: 13.534 g/cm3
Solubility in water: n/a
Exact Mass: mercury
Monoisotopic Mass: InChI=1S/Hg
Topological Polar Surface Area: QSHDDOUJBYECFT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Complexity: [Hg]
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS
According to the UN GHS revision 8
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1
GHS Product identifier
| Product name | Mercury Liquid |
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1.2
Other means of identification
| Product number | – |
|---|---|
| Other names | Mercure;Rtec;Mercuruy |
1.3
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
| Identified uses | Inorganic substances |
|---|---|
| Uses advised against | no data available |
1.4
Supplier’s details
| Company | Elements China Limited |
|---|---|
| Address | Building 2, No.5555, Shenzhuan Hwy, Shanghai , China |
| Telephone | +86-021-3776-2181 |
1.5Emergency phone number
| Emergency phone number | +86-021-3776-2181 |
|---|---|
| Service hours | Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours). |
SECTION 2: Hazard identification
2.1
Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity – Category 2, Inhalation
Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure, Category 1
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, short-term (Acute) – Category Acute 1
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term (Chronic) – Category Chronic 1
Reproductive toxicity, Category 1B
2.2
GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
| Pictogram(s) | 
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|---|---|
| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statement(s) | H330 Fatal if inhaled H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects |
| Precautionary statement(s) | |
| Prevention | P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/… |
| Response | P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see … on this label). P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell. P391 Collect spillage. P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
| Storage | P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. |
| Disposal | P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. |
2.3
Other hazards which do not result in classification
no data available
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1
Substances
| Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury Liquid | – | 7439-97-6 | 231-106-7 |
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1
Description of necessary first-aid measures
If inhaled
Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Following skin contact
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention .
Following eye contact
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Following ingestion
Refer for medical attention .
4.2
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
No immediate symptoms. As poisoning becomes established, slight muscular tremor, loss of appetite, nausea, and diarrhea are observed. Psychic, kidney, and cardiovascular disturbances may occur. (USCG, 1999)
4.3
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
Basic Treatment: Establish a patent airway. Suction if necessary. Watch for signs of respiratory insufficiency and assist ventilations if necessary. Administer oxygen by nonrebreather mask at 10 to 15 L/min. Monitor for pulmonary edema and neat if necessary . Monitor for shock and treat if necessary . Anticipate seizures and treat if necessary . For eye contamination, flush eyes immediately with available water. Irrigate each eye continuously with normal saline during transport . Do not use emetics. For ingestion, rinse mouth and administer 5 ml/kg up to 200 ml of water for dilution if the patient can swallow, has a strong gag reflex, and does not drool. Administer activated charcoal . Mercury and related compounds
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1
Suitable extinguishing media
Excerpt from ERG Guide 172 [Gallium and Mercury]: Use extinguishing agent suitable for type of surrounding fire. Do not direct water at the heated metal. (ERG, 2016)
5.2
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Behavior in Fire: Not flammable (USCG, 1999)
5.3
Special protective actions for fire-fighters
In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable non-metallic containers as far as possible. Do NOT wash away into sewer.
6.2
Environmental precautions
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable non-metallic containers as far as possible. Do NOT wash away into sewer.
6.3
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
The following treatment processes have shown possible applicability for spill countermeasures: clarification/sedimentation >99% removal; clarification/ sedimentation with chemical addition: (alum) >62% removal, (alum, polymer) 88% removal, (lime) >96% removal, (BaCl2) 87% removal, and (polymer) 99% removal.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1
Precautions for safe handling
Handling in a well ventilated place.
Wear suitable protective clothing.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Use non-sparking tools.
Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.
7.2
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed.Storage temperature: Ambient; Venting: Open
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1
Control parameters
Occupational Exposure limit values
TLV: 0.025 mg/m3, as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen); BEI issued.EU-OEL: 0,02 mg/m3 as TWA.MAK: (inhalable fraction): 0.02 mg/m3; peak limitation category: II(8); skin absorption (H); sensitization of skin (SH); carcinogen category: 3B; pregnancy risk group: D
Biological limit values
no data available
8.2
Appropriate engineering controls
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Set up emergency exits and the risk-elimination area.
8.3Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
Skin protection
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Respiratory protection
Use local exhaust or breathing protection.
Thermal hazards
no data available
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties and safety characteristics
| Physical state | Mercury is an odorless, silvery metallic liquid. Insoluble in water. Toxic by ingestion, absorption and inhalation of the fumes. Corrosive to aluminum. Used as a catalyst in instruments, boilers, mirror coatings. |
|---|---|
| Colour | Silver-white, heavy, mobile, liquid metal; solid mercury is tin-white |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting point/freezing point | -38.9ºC |
| Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range | 356.5ºC |
| Flammability | Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. |
| Lower and upper explosion limit/flammability limit | no data available |
| Flash point | no data available |
| Auto-ignition temperature | Not flammable (USCG, 1999) |
| Decomposition temperature | no data available |
| pH | no data available |
| Kinematic viscosity | 1.55 mPa.sec (15.5 millipoise) at 20 deg C |
| Solubility | Insoluble (NIOSH, 2016) |
| Partition coefficient n-octanol/water | 0.62 |
| Vapour pressure | <0.01 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| Density and/or relative density | 13.54 |
| Relative vapour density | 7 (vs air) |
| Particle characteristics | no data available |
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1
Reactivity
Upon heating, toxic fumes are formed. Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes. Reacts violently with ammonia and halogens. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks aluminium and many other metals. This produces amalgams.
Heating mercury vapor produces mercuric oxide, which is highly irritating to mucous membranes and more likely than elemental mercury vapor to adversely affect the lungs.Elemental mercury reacts with most metals.Elemental mercury reacts with many acids.Elemental mercury reacts vigorously with ground mixtures of sodium carbide.Mercury reacts with acetylenic compounds, ammonia, azides, oxygen, oxidants, and halogens.
10.2
Chemical stability
Slightly volatile at ordinary temp; when pure, does not tarnish on exposure to air at ordinary temp, but when heated to near boiling point, slowly oxidizes to mercuric oxide (hgo)
10.3
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Vapors are heavier than air and will collect and stay in poorly-ventilated or low-lying areas.Hazardous concentrations may develop quickly in enclosed, poorly-ventilated, or low-lying areas.MERCURY forms an explosive acelylide when mixed with acetylene. Can form explosive compounds with ammonia (a residue resulting from such a reaction exploded when an attempt was made to clean it off a steel rod [Chem. Eng. News 25:2138. 1947]. Chlorine dioxide (also other oxidants, such as: chlorine, bromine, nitric acid, performic acid), and mercury explode when mixed [Mellor 2, Supp. 1:381. 1956]. Methyl azide in the presence of mercury is potentially explosive [Can. J. Chem. 41:1048. 1963]. Ground mixtures of sodium carbide and mercury can react vigorously [Mellor 5:848. 1946-47]. Ammonia forms explosive compounds with gold, mercury, or silver. (Eggeman, Tim. “Ammonia”. Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2001.).
10.4
Conditions to avoid
no data available
10.5
Incompatible materials
Ground mixtures of sodium carbide and mercury, aluminum, lead, or iron can react vigorously.
10.6
Hazardous decomposition products
Dangerous when heated, it emits highly toxic fumes.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
- Oral: no data available
- Inhalation: no data available
- Dermal: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
EPA: Elemental mercury – Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity. There is inadequate or no human and animal evidence of carcinogenicity. Methyl mercury & mercuric chloride – Possible hum. IARC: Metallic & inorganic mercury – Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans; Methyl mercury – Possibly carcinogenic to humans. NTP: Not evaluated
Reproductive toxicity
Elemental mercury Studies on the reproductive and developmental effects of elemental mercury in humans have shown mixed results. One study did not see an association between mercury exposure and miscarriages, while another revealed an increase in the rate of spontaneous abortions. Another study showed a higher than expected frequency of birth defects, which was not confirmed in a fourth study. (1,) Inorganic Mercury No information is available on the reproductive or developmental effects of inorganic mercury in humans. Animal studies have reported effects including alterations in testicular tissue, increased resorption rates, and abnormalities of development. (1,,) Methyl mercury A large number of human studies on the systemic effects of methyl mercury have been carried out. This is the result of two large scale poisoning incidents in Japan and Iraq and several epidemiologic studies investigating populations that consume large quantities of fish. (1,2) Oral exposure to methyl mercury has been observed to produce significant developmental effects in humans. Infants born to women who ingested high concentrations of methyl mercury exhibited CNS effects, such as mental retardation, ataxia, deafness, constriction of the visual field, blindness, and cerebral palsy. At lower methyl mercury concentrations, developmental delays and abnormal reflexes were noted. (1,,) Considerable new data on the health effects of methyl mercury are becoming available. Large studies of fish and marine mammal consuming populations in Seychelles and Faroe Islands are being carried out. Smaller scale studies also describe effects around the U.S. Great Lakes. (1,)
STOT-single exposure
The substance is irritating to the skin. Inhalation of the vapour may cause pneumonitis. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system and kidneys. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.
STOT-repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the central nervous system and kidneys. This may result in irritability, emotional instability, tremors, mental and memory disturbances and speech disorders. May cause inflammation and discoloration of gums. Cumulative effects are possible. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction.
Aspiration hazard
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1
Toxicity
- Toxicity to fish: no data available
- Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: no data available
- Toxicity to algae: no data available
- Toxicity to microorganisms: no data available
12.2
Persistence and degradability
Methylmercury is formed naturally in aquatic and terrestrial environments from elemental mercury. … methylation is likely to occur in upper sedimentary layers of sea or lake bottoms.
12.3
Bioaccumulative potential
Upon entering an aqueous system, virtually any mercurial cmpd may be microbially converted to methylmercury. Mercurial cmpd
12.4
Mobility in soil
no data available
12.5
Other adverse effects
no data available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1
Disposal methods
Product
The material can be disposed of by removal to
a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration
with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs,
feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Contaminated packaging
Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and
offered for recycling or reconditioning.
Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to
make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of
in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration
with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1
UN Number
| ADR/RID: UN2809 (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: UN2809 (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: UN2809 (For reference only, please check.) |
14.2
UN Proper Shipping Name
| ADR/RID: MERCURY (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: MERCURY (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: MERCURY (For reference only, please check.) |
14.3
Transport hazard class(es)
| ADR/RID: 8 (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: 8 (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: 8 (For reference only, please check.) |
14.4
Packing group, if applicable
| ADR/RID: III (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: III (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: III (For reference only, please check.) |
14.5
Environmental hazards
| ADR/RID: Yes | IMDG: Yes | IATA: Yes |
14.6
Special precautions for user
no data available
14.7
Transport in bulk according to IMO instruments
no data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1
Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
| Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury Liquid | – | 7439-97-6 | 231-106-7 |
| European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) | Listed. | ||
| EC Inventory | Listed. | ||
| United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory | Listed. | ||
| China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 | Listed. | ||
| New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) | Listed. | ||
| Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) | Listed. | ||
| Vietnam National Chemical Inventory | Listed. | ||
| Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC) | Listed. | ||
| Korea Existing Chemicals List (KECL) | Listed. | ||
SECTION 16: Other information
Information on revision
| Creation Date | Sep 07, 2020 |
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| Revision Date | Sep 07, 2020 |
Abbreviations and acronyms
- CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
- ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
- IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
- IATA: International Air Transportation Association
- TWA: Time Weighted Average
- STEL: Short term exposure limit
- LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
- LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
- EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
References
- IPCS – The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website:
http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home - HSDB – Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
- IARC – International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
- eChemPortal – The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website:
http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en - CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
- ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
- ERG – Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website:
http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg - Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website:
http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp - ECHA – European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/
Other Information
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.There is no odour warning even when toxic concentrations are present.Do NOT take working clothes home.
Any questions regarding this SDS, Please send your inquiry to [email protected]
Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and
shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not
represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. We as supplier shall not be held liable for any
damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
| Chemical Formular: | Hg |
| PubChem CID: | 23931 |
| IUPAC Name: | mercury |
| Inchl: | InChI=1S/Hg |
| InChI Key: | QSHDDOUJBYECFT-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| Canonical SMILES: | [Hg] |
| Pictogram(s): |  |
| Signal: | Danger |
| GHS Hazard Statements: | H330-H360-H372 |
| Hazard Codes: | T+,Xn |
| Risk Codes: | R61-26-48/23-50/53 |
| Precautionary Statement Codes: | P260-P284-P304+P340-P320-P405-P501a |
| Flash Point: | n/a |
Red Mercury
Quadruple Distilled Virgin Mercury
Ultra High Purity Prime Virgin Mercury
triple distilled
redistilled mercury
n/a
Mercury is an element with atomic symbol Hg, atomic number 80, and atomic weight 200.59; a heavy, silvery-white metal, liquid at room temperature, a rather poor conductor of heat and a fair conductor of electricity.
It is commonly known as quicksilver and was formerly named hydrargyrum.
Mercury is a nonessential trace metal that is a well known toxin, second only to lead as a cause of heavy metal poisoning.
Mercury is used in many areas of manufacturing and is present in dental and medical equipment. Because of the toxicity of acute and chronic exposure to metallic mercury, this metal is now used less and less in industry and attempts are made to remove it from household and medical equipment and appliances.
Fiber drums, steel drums, and bulk bags
