Mercurous Nitrate Dihydrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H373

Code

Statements

H373

May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

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/fumes/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear respiratory protection. Keep/Store away from clothing/other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.

Response

Inhalation IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice. 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 Skin Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

Storage

Store locked up, 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 effect. WARNING: Reproductive harm.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Acute oral toxicity 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