Mercury

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H319, H330, H360, H370, H372, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitization Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Category 1 respiratory system, cardiovascular system, kidneys, liver, central nervous system Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Category 1 nervous system, cardiovascular system, blood, liver, gum Short-term (acute) hazardous to the aquatic environment Category 1 Long-term (chronic) hazardous to the aquatic environment Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H330 - Fatal if inhaled H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H400 - Very toxic to aquatic life H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects H370 - Causes damage to the following organs: respiratory system, cardiovascular system, kidneys, liver, central nervous system H372 - Causes damage to the following organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: nervous system, cardiovascular system, blood, liver, gum

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use • Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood • Use personal protective equipment as required. • Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling • Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace • Protective gloves • Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray • Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product • Avoid release to the environment

Response

IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician • IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. • If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. • IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water • If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention • Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. • Collect spillage

Storage

Store locked up. Precautionary statements-(Disposal) • Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant Others

2.3 Other hazards

Not available