Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
21908-53-2
Name of the chemical
Mercuric oxide
Concentration
>93
General Information
Version
6.1
Revision date
2022-06-20
Product name
MERCURIC OXIDE YELLOW
Product name
MERCURIC OXIDE YELLOW
Identification on the label/Trade name
MERCURY OXIDE
Product Synonyms
oxide; yellow oxide of mercury; yellow precipitate of mercury; red mercury oxide; red mercuric oxide; ADCXXX; C.I. 77760; mercury monoxide; mercury oxide; mercury(2+) oxide; Santar M; mercuric oxide Red
Chemical name
mercuric oxide
CAS No.
21908-53-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Chemicals, paint pigment, perfumery and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals for topical disinfection, ceramics (pigment), dry batteries, especially for miniaturized equipment, polishing compounds, analytical reagent. Also used for antifouling paints, fungicide and antiseptic
Emergency telephone
61 (0)418 237 771, +61 1800 951 288, +61 3 9573 3188
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Company Information
company name
ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
shane@alphachem.com.au
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H300, H310, H320, H330, H340, H361f, H370, H373, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H300
Fatal if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. [1] Category 2B, Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1B, Reproductive Toxicity Category 2, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure Category 1, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure Category 2, Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment Long-Term Hazard Category 1 Legend 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H300 Fatal if swallowed. H310 Fatal in contact with skin. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H320 Causes eye irritation. H340 May cause genetic defects. H361f Suspected of damaging fertility. H370 Causes damage to organs. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume. P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264 Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. P273 Avoid release to the environment.
Response
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P308+P311 IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P330 Rinse mouth. P361+P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
Storage
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation. Not Applicable
