Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7783-33-7
Name of the chemical
Mercury(II) potassium iodide
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Version
4
Revision date
2024-03-28
Product name
Mercury potassium iodide
Product Synonyms
Nessler`s reagent
CAS No.
7783-33-7
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wear respiratory protection
Response
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor Rinse mouth Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
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 Light sensitive 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients Component CAS-No Weight % Mercury(II) potassium iodide 7783-33-7 >95
