NILE CHEMICALS

MERCURIC IODIDE RED

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

Product identifiers

Product name : Mercury(II) iodide red

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]

Acute toxicity (Category 2), Acute toxicity (Category 1), Acute toxicity (Category 2)

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 2)

Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1) , Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 1)

Label elements

Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]

Pictogram

Signal word Danger

Hazard statement(s)

H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

H330 Fatal if inhaled.

H300 Fatal if swallowed.

H310 Fatal in contact with skin.

H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statement(s)

P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.

P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P273 Avoid release to the environment.

P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing.

P284 Wear respiratory protection.

P302 + P350 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.

Supplemental Hazard Statements none

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substances Synonyms : Mercuric iodide red

Formula : HgI2

Molecular Weight : 454,4 g/mol

Component Concentration

Mercury diiodide  CAS-No.  EC-No. Index-No. 7774-29-0  231-873-8  080-002-00-6

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of first aid measures

General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

In case of skin contact Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact Flush eyes with water as a precaution.

If swallowed Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Cough, Shortness of breath, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, prolonged or repeated exposure can cause:, Neurotoxic effects.

Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed no data available

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Hydrogen iodide, Mercury/mercury oxides.

Precautions for fire-fighters Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

Further information no data available

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Wear respiratory protection. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.

6.2 Environmental precautions Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Reference to other sections For disposal see section 13.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Normal measures for preventive fire protection.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Light sensitive.

Specific end uses no data available

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control parameters

Components with workplace control parameters

Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Personal protective equipment Eye/face protection Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.

Body Protection Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Respiratory protection Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical properties

a) Appearance Form: powder Colour: dark red

b) Odour odourless

c) Odour Threshold no data available

d) pH no data available

e) Melting/freezing point Melting point/range: 259 °C

f) Initial boiling point and boiling range 354 °C at 1.013 hPa

g) Flash point not applicable

h) Evaporation rate no data available

i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available

j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits no data available

k) Vapour pressure no data available

l) Vapour density no data available

m) Relative density 6,360 g/cm3

n) Water solubility soluble

o) Partition coefficient: noctanol/ water no data available

p) Autoignition temperature no data available

q) Decomposition temperature no data available

r) Viscosity no data available

s) Explosive properties no data available

t) Oxidizing properties no data available

Other safety information

Bulk density 6,28 g/l

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity no data available

Chemical stability no data available

Possibility of hazardous reactions no data available

Conditions to avoid Exposure to light may affect product quality.

Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products Other decomposition products - no data available

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

LD50 Oral - rat - 18 mg/kg

LD50 Dermal - rat - 75 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation no data available

Serious eye damage/eye irritation no data available

Respiratory or skin sensitization no data available

Germ cell mutagenicity no data available

Carcinogenicity IARC: 3 - Group 3: Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Mercury diiodide)

Reproductive toxicity Reproductive toxicity - rat - Inhalation

Effects on Fertility: Post-implantation mortality (e.g., dead and/or resorbed implants per total number of implants). Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetal death.

Developmental Toxicity - rat - Inhalation

Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Extra embryonic structures (e.g., placenta, umbilical cord). Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetotoxicity (except death, e.g., stunted fetus).

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure no data available

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Aspiration hazard no data available

Potential health effects

Inhalation May be fatal if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Ingestion May be fatal if swallowed.

Skin May be fatal if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.

Eyes May cause eye irritation.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

Cough, Shortness of breath, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, prolonged or repeated exposure can cause:, Neurotoxic effects.

Additional Information

RTECS: OW5250000

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity no data available

Persistence and degradability Biodegradability Result: - Not readily biodegradable.

Bioaccumulative potential no data available

Mobility in soil no data available

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment no data available

Other adverse effects Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods Product

Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.

Contaminated packaging

Dispose of as unused product.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN-Number

ADR/RID: 1638 IMDG: 1638 IATA: 1638

UN proper shipping name

ADR/RID: MERCURY IODIDE

IMDG: MERCURY IODIDE

IATA: Mercury iodide

Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID: 6.1 IMDG: 6.1 IATA: 6.1

Packaging group

ADR/RID: II IMDG: II IATA: II

Environmental hazards

ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: yes IATA: no

Special precautions for users

no data available

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

no data available

Chemical Safety Assessment

no data available

16. Other Information

Nile Chemicals. provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. NILE CHEMICALS. MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS. ACCORDINGLY, NILE CHEMICALS. WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM USE OF OR RELIANCE UPON THIS INFORMATION.

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