4-aminophenylmercury acetate

HSNO Classifications

6.1 - ACUTE TOXICITY: ORAL - Category B 6.1 - ACUTE TOXICITY: SKIN - Category A 6.1 - ACUTE TOXICITY: INHALATION - Category B 6.9 - SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE OR REPEATED EXPOSURE) - Category B 9.1 - AQUATIC ECOTOXICITY - Category A This material is classified as hazardous according to criteria in the Hazardous Substances (Minimum Degrees of Hazard) Regulations 2001 and has been classified according to the Hazardous Substances (Classifications) Regulations 2001.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed. Fatal in contact with skin. Fatal if inhaled. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

Wear protective gloves. Wear protective clothing. Wear respiratory protection. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe dust. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Response

Collect spillage. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. Wash/Decontaminate removed clothing before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.