Mercury

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Appearance Yellow Physical state Liquid->Liquid Odor Odorless

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label) Eyes IF IN EYES: 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 Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting

Storage

Store locked up

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable Unknown Toxicity 0% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity

Further information

Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause allergic reactions with susceptible persons

Interactions with other chemicals

No information available.