PHENYLMERCURIC NITRATE | ICSC: 0541 (June 2015) |
Mercuriphenyl nitrate Merphenyl nitrate Mercury, Nitratophenyl |
CAS #: 55-68-5 |
UN #: 1895 |
EC Number: 200-242-9 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Headache. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath. Laboured breathing. | Use ventilation (not if powder). Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
Skin | MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Skin burns. Pain. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower for at least 15 minutes. Refer immediately for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Severe burns. | Wear safety spectacles, face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Diarrhoea. Nausea. Vomiting. Shock or collapse. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Toxic if swallowedCauses severe skin burns and eye damage Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Very toxic to aquatic life Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | |
PACKAGING | |
Unbreakable packaging. Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Severe marine pollutant. |
PHENYLMERCURIC NITRATE | ICSC: 0541 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C6H5HgNO3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: (as Hg): 0.1 mg/m3, as TWA; (skin). MAK: (as Hg): skin absorption (H); sensitization of skin (SH); carcinogen category: 3 |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur along the food chain, for example in fish and crustacea. Avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use. |
NOTES |
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The card was preperated based on analogy to phenylmercuric acetate. Do NOT take working clothes home. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: T, N; R: 25-34-48/24/25-50/53; S: (1/2)-23-24/25-37-45-60-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations