Mercury(I) nitrate dihydrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H373

Code

Statements

H373

May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Skin Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category 2 Acute dermal toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Lungs. Label Elements Signal Word