SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name :	MERCURIC CHLORIDE AR
Catalogue No. :	AL2939	Product form :	Substance
CAS Number :	787-94-7	EC Number :
Grade :		EC Index Number :
Chemical Formula :		HSN Code :	28521000
Synonyms :	Mercury(II) chloride
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture :	Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Uses advised against :	No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification :	Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane, Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053 Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail :	Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Acute toxicity (oral), Category 1 H300 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1 H314 Germ cell mutagenicity, Category 2 H341 Reproductive toxicity, Category 2 H361f Specific target organ toxicity Repeated exposure, Category 1 H372 Hazardous to the aquatic environment Chronic Hazard, Category 1 H410 Full text of classification categories and H statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Muta.Cat.3; R68 Repr.Cat.3; R62 T+; R28 T; R48/24/25 C; R34 N; R50/53 Full text of R-phrases: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP) :	GHS05 GHS06 GHS08 GHS09
Signal word (CLP) :	Danger
Hazard statements (CLP) :	H300 - Fatal if swallowed H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H341 - Suspected of causing genetic defects H361f - Suspected of damaging fertility H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements (CLP) :	P264 - Wash ... thoroughly after handling P273 - Avoid release to the environment P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P301+P310 - IF SWALLOWED: immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards :	No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1. Substance
Name :		MERCURIC CHLORIDE AR/ACS
CAS No. :		787-94-7
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation :	Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
First-aid measures after skin contact :	Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
First-aid measures after eye contact :	Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
First-aid measures after ingestion :	Rinse mouth. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Specific treatment (see ... on this label). Do NOT induce vomiting.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use :	Symptoms/injuries : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Suspected of causing genetic defects. Suspected of damaging fertility. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Fatal if swallowed.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information :	Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media :
Unsuitable extinguishing media :	Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures :	No additional information available
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting :	Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures :	Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment	Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
Emergency procedures	Stop release.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up :	Clear up rapidly by scoop or vacuum.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference :	No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling :	Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Hygiene measures :	Wash ... thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures :	Comply with applicable regulations.
Storage conditions :	Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection :	protective gloves
Eye protection :	Chemical goggles or face shield
Skin and body protection :	Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection :	Where exposure through inhalation may occur from use, respiratory protection equipment is recommended Other information : Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Do not eat, drink or smoke

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state :	Solid
Molecular mass :	271.5 g/mol
Colour :	White crystals.
Odour :	odourless.
Odour threshold :	No data available
pH value :	3.2 (0,2 M solution)
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) :	No data available
Melting point :	277 °C
Freezing point :	No data available
Boiling point :	302 °C
Flash point :	No data available
Auto-ignition temperature :	No data available
Decomposition temperature :	No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) :	No data available
Vapour pressure :	1 mm Hg at 136.20C
Relative vapour density at 20°C :	8.7
Density :	5.4 g/cm3
Solubility :	Water: 7.4 g/100ml
Log Pow :	No data available
Viscosity, kinematic :	No data available
Viscosity, dynamic :	No data available
Explosive properties :	No data available
Oxidising properties :	No data available
Explosive limits :	No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Thermal decomposition generates : Corrosive vapours.
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
No additional information available
10.5 Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Thermal decomposition generates : Corrosive vapours.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity :	Oral: Fatal if swallowed.
Skin corrosion/irritation :	Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. pH: 3.2 (0,2 M solution)
Serious eye damage/irritation :	Serious eye damage, category 1, implicit pH: 3.2 (0,2 M solution)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation :	Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity :	Suspected of causing genetic defects.
Carcinogenicity :	Not classified
Reproductive toxicity :	Suspected of damaging fertility.
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) :	Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) :	Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Aspiration hazard :	Not classified
Potential adverse human health effects and symptoms :	Fatal if swallowed.

SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information :	Ecology - water : Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability :	MERCURIC CHLORIDE AR/ACS (787-94-7) Persistence and degradability May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment.
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential :	No additional information available
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil :	No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions :	No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations :	Dispose of contents/container to ...
Ecology - waste materials :	Hazardous waste due to toxicity.

SECTION 14: Transport information
In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) :	1624
UN-No. (IMDG) :	1624
UN-No. (IATA) :	1624
UN-No. (ADN) :	1624
UN-No. (RID) :	1624
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) :	MERCURIC CHLORIDE
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) :	MERCURIC CHLORIDE
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) :	MERCURIC CHLORIDE
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) :	MERCURIC CHLORIDE
Proper Shipping Name (RID) :	MERCURIC CHLORIDE
Transport document description (ADR) :	UN 1624, MERCURIC CHLORIDE, 6.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (IMDG) :	UN 1624, MERCURIC CHLORIDE, 6.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (IATA) :	UN 1624, MERCURIC CHLORIDE, 6.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (ADN) :	UN 1624, MERCURIC CHLORIDE, 6.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (RID) :	UN 1624, MERCURIC CHLORIDE, 6.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) :	6.1
Danger labels :	6.1
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) :	6.1
Danger labels :	6.1
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) :	6.1
Danger labels :	6.1
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) :	6.1
Danger labels :	6.1
RID
Transport hazard class(es) :	6.1
Danger labels :	6.1
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) :	II
Packing group (IMDG) :	II
Packing group (IATA) :	II
Packing group (ADN) :	II
Packing group (RID) :	II
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment :	Yes
Marine pollutant :	Yes
Other information :	No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
Classification code (ADR) : T5 Limited quantities (ADR) : 500g Excepted quantities (ADR) : E4 Packing instructions (ADR) : P002, IBC08 Special packing provisions (ADR) : B4 Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP10 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (ADR) : T3 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (ADR) : TP33 Tank code (ADR) : SGAH Tank special provisions (ADR) : TU15, TE19 Vehicle for tank carriage : AT Transport category (ADR) : 2 Special provisions for carriage - Packages (ADR) : V11 Special provisions for carriage - Loading, unloading and handling (ADR) : CV13, CV28 Special provisions for carriage - Operation (ADR) : S9, S19 Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 60 Orange plates : Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : D/E EAC code : 2X
- Transport by sea
Limited quantities (IMDG) : 500 g Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E4 Packing instructions (IMDG) : P002 IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC08 IBC special provisions (IMDG) : B2, B4 Tank instructions (IMDG) : T3 Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP33 EmS-No. (Fire) : F-A EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-A Stowage category (IMDG) : A MFAG-No : 154
- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E4 PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y644 PCA limited quantity max net quantity (IATA) : 1kg PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 669 PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 25kg CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 676 CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 100kg ERG code (IATA) : 6L
- Inland waterway transport
Classification code (ADN) : T5 Special provisions (ADN) : 802 Limited quantities (ADN) : 500 g Excepted quantities (ADN) : E4 Equipment required (ADN) : PP, EP Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 2
- Rail transport
Classification code (RID) : T5 Limited quantities (RID) : 500g Excepted quantities (RID) : E4 Packing instructions (RID) : P002, IBC08 Special packing provisions (RID) : B4 Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP10 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (RID) : T3 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (RID) : TP33 Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : SGAH Special provisions for RID tanks (RID) : TU15 Transport category (RID) : 2 Special provisions for carriage – Packages (RID) : W11 Special provisions for carriage – Loading and unloading (RID) : CW13, CW28, CW31 Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE9 Hazard identification number (RID) : 60
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions MERCURIC CHLORIDE AR/ACS is not on the REACH Candidate List MERCURIC CHLORIDE AR/ACS is not on the REACH Annex XIV List
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV : Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Denmark
Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product Pregnant/breastfeeding women working with the product must not be in direct contact with the product The requirements from the Danish Working Environment Authorities regarding work with carcinogens must be followed during use and disposal
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases: Acute Tox. 1 (Oral) Acute toxicity (oral), Category 1 Aquatic Chronic 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment — Chronic Hazard, Category 1 Muta. 2 Germ cell mutagenicity, Category 2 Repr. 2 Reproductive toxicity, Category 2 Skin Corr. 1 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1 STOT RE 1 Specific target organ toxicity — Repeated exposure, Category 1 H300 Fatal if swallowed H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects H361f Suspected of damaging fertility H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects R28 Very toxic if swallowed R34 Causes burns R48/24/25 Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure in contact with skin and if swallowed R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment R62 Possible risk of impaired fertility R68 Possible risk of irreversible effects C Corrosive N Dangerous for the environment T Toxic T+ Very toxic