Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
231-106-7/7439-97-6
Name of the chemical
Mercury (Hg)
Concentration
100%
General Information
Revision date
2018-02-05
Product name
Mercury for Thermal Analysis
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
of This Material and Restrictions of Use This Standard Reference Material (SRM) is intended for use in calibrating differential scanning calorimeters, differential thermal analyzers, and similar instruments. A unit of SRM 2225 consists of 2.5 g of very high purity mercury (Hg). It is packaged in a vial with a septum through which a sample a mercury can be withdrawn by a syringe
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, +1-703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
National Institute of Standards and Technology
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
SRMMSDS@nist.gov
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H290, H317, H330, H360, H372
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H290
May be corrosive to metals
H317
May cause an allergic skin reaction
H330
Fatal if inhaled
H360
May damage fertility or the unborn child
H372
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification
Physical hazards
Corrosive to Metals Category 1
Health hazards
Acute Toxicity, Inhalation Category 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1B Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B STOT, Repeated Exposure Category 1
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard statements
H290 May be corrosive to metals. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H317 May cause allergic skin reaction. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated inhalation exposure.
Precautionary statements
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P234 Keep only in original container. P260 Do not breathe fumes, mists, vapors, or spray. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P284 In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection. P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection. P304+P340 If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P310 Immediately call a doctor. P302+P352 If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical attention. P308+P313 If exposed or concerned: Get medical attention. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P406 Store in corrosive resistant container or a container with a resistant inner liner. P501 Dispose of contents and container according to local regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable
Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity
Not applicable. AND ON 3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Physical Hazard: Corrosive to Metals Category 1 Health Hazard: Acute Toxicity, Inhalation Category 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1B Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B STOT, Repeated Exposure
