NILE CHEMICALS
Section
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product
Name: Phenylmercuric
nitrate
CAS#:
8003-05-2
Synonym:
Mersolite 7, Phermernite,
Phenalco, Phenitol; Mercuriphenyl nitrate; Merphenyl nitrate; Phenylmercury
nitrate; nitric acid, phenylmercury salt; Phenmerzyl nitrate
Chemical
Name: Mercury,
Nitratophenyl-
Chemical
Formula: C6H5HgNO3
Section
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Composition:
Name
CAS #
Phenylmercuric
nitrate
8003-05-2
Toxicological
Data on Ingredients: Phenylmercuric
nitrate LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.
Section
3: Hazards Identification Potential Acute Health Effects:
Very
hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of
ingestion, of inhalation. Hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator).
Corrosive to eyes and skin. The amount of tissue damage depends on length of
contact. Eye contact can result in corneal damage or blindness. Skin contact can
produce inflammation and blistering. Inhalation of dust will produce irritation
to gastro-intestinal or respiratory tract, characterized by burning, sneezing
and coughing. Severe over-exposure can
produce
lung damage, choking, unconsciousness or death. Inflammation of the eye is
characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is
characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Potential
Chronic Health Effects:
Slightly
hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer). CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not
available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance may be toxic to kidneys,
liver, skin, eyes, central nervous system (CNS). Repeated or prolonged exposure
to the substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated exposure of the eyes
to a low level of dust can produce eye irritation. Repeated
skin
exposure can produce local skin destruction, or dermatitis. Repeated inhalation
of dust can produce varying degree of respiratory irritation or lung damage.
Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration
of health by an accumulation in one or many human organs.
Section
4: First Aid Measures Eye Contact: Check
for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes
with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin
Contact:In case of
contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an
emollient. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get
medical attention immediately.
Serious
Skin Contact:Wash with a
disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Inhalation:If
inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
Serious
Inhalation:Evacuate the
victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a
collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If
the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. WARNING: It
may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek
immediate medical attention.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not
induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a
collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately.
Serious
Ingestion: Not available.
Section
5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability
of the Product: May be
combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition
Temperature: Not
available.
Flash
Points: Not available.
Flammable
Limits: Not available.
Products
of Combustion: These
products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...). Some
metallic oxides.
Fire
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Slightly
flammable to flammable in presence of heat. Non-flammable in presence of open
flames and sparks, of shocks.
Explosion
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks
of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not
available. Slightly explosive in presence of heat.
Fire
Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL
FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not
use water jet.
Special
Remarks on Fire Hazards: When
heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes (e.g. Mercury vapor).
Non-combustible. When heated, the material itself does not burn or burns with
difficulty.
Special
Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Containers
may explode when heated.
Section
6: Accidental Release Measures
Small
Spill: Use appropriate
tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Large
Spill: Corrosive solid.
Poisonous solid. Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside container.
Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry
into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition
sources. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not
present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local
authorities.
Section
7: Handling and Storage Precautions:
Keep
locked up.. Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume
hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe
dust. Never add water to this product. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear
suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and
show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away
from incompatibles such as reducing agents.
Storage:
Keep container tightly
closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Section
8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls:
Use
process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to
keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations
generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne
contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal
Protection:Splash goggles.
Synthetic apron. Vapor and dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal
Protection in Case of a Large Spill:Splash
goggles. Full suit. Vapor and dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained
breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested
protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE
handling this product.
Exposure
Limits:TWA: 0.1 (mg(Hg)/m
) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] SKIN TWA: 0.01 (mg(Hg)/m) from OSHA (PEL)
[United States] Inhalation TWA: 0.1 (mg(Hg)/m) from NIOSH [United States] SKIN
TWA: 0.1 (mg(Hg)/m) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] InhalationConsult local
authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical
state and appearance: Solid.
(Crystals solid.)
Odor:
Not available.
Taste:
Not available.
Molecular
Weight: 339.71 g/mole
Color:
Not available.
pH
(1% soln/water): Not
applicable.
Boiling
Point: Not available.
Melting
Point: 176°C (348.8°F) -
186 C
Critical
Temperature: Not
available.
Specific
Gravity: Not available.
Vapor
Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor
Density: Not available.
Volatility:
Not available.
Odor
Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil
Dist. Coeff.: Not
available.
Ionicity
(in Water): Not available.
Dispersion
Properties: Not available.
Solubility:
Insoluble in cold water.
Slightly soluble in alcohol, and glycerin. More soluble in the presence of
either nitric acid or alkali hydroxides.
Section
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability:
The product is stable.
Instability
Temperature: Not
available.
Conditions
of Instability: Not
available.
Incompatibility
with various substances: Reactive
with reducing agents.
Corrosivity:
Non-corrosive in presence
of glass.
Special
Remarks on Reactivity: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Corrosivity: Not
available.
Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Section
11: Toxicological Information
Routes
of Entry: Absorbed through
skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity
to Animals:
LD50:
Not available. LC50: Not available.
Chronic
Effects on Humans: May
cause damage to the following organs: kidneys, liver, skin, eyes, central
nervous system (CNS).
Other
Toxic Effects on Humans:
Very
hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, . Hazardous in case
of skin contact (corrosive, permeator), of eye contact (corrosive), of
inhalation (lung corrosive).
Special
Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:
This
product is a Mercury compound. Mercury may cause adverse reproductive effects
and birth defects (teratogenic). Mercury may cause cancer. Mercury may affect
genetic material (mutagenic)
Section
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity:
Not available.
BOD5
and COD: Not available.
Products
of Biodegradation:
Possibly
hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
degradation products may arise.
Toxicity
of the Products of Biodegradation: The
products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Special
Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available.
Section
13: Disposal Considerations
Waste
Disposal:Waste must be
disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
regulations.
Section
14: Transport Information
DOT
Classification: CLASS 6.1:
Poisonous material.
Identification:
: Phenylmercuric nitrate
UNNA: 1895 PG: II
Special
Provisions for Transport: Marine
Pollutant
Section
15: Other Regulatory Information
Other
Regulations:
OSHA:
Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial
Chemical Substances.
Other
Classifications:
WHMIS
(Canada):
CLASS
D-1A: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (VERY TOXIC). CLASS
D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
HMIS
(U.S.A.):
Health
Hazard: 3
Fire
Hazard: 1
Reactivity:
0
Personal
Protection: j
National
Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health:
3
Flammability:
1
Reactivity:
0
Specific
hazard:
Protective
Equipment:
Gloves.
Synthetic apron. Vapor and dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is
inadequate. Splash goggles.
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