MERCURY, TRIPLE

Spectrum Chemicals and Laboratory Products, Inc

Revision date : 2014-10-29

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GHS05 GHS06 GHS07
Health risk rating 5
Safety risk rating 5
Environmental risk rating 5

General Information

Revision date

2014-10-29

Product name

MERCURY, TRIPLE

Product Synonyms

Quck Silver

CAS No.

7539-97-6

1.2.1 Relevant identified uses

Amalgams (for dental preparations). In barometers, thermometers, hydrometers, pyrometers, in mercury arc lamps, in switches, in fluorescent lamps

supplier name

Spectrum Chemicals and Laboratory Products, Inc

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company name

Spectrum Chemicals and Laboratory Products, Inc

GHS Information

Signal word

Danger

Section 2

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 2 Skin sensitization Category 1 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Corrosive to metals Category 1

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May be corrosive to metals

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

May be harmful if swallowed

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Keep only in original container

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Specific treatment is urgent (see .? on this label) Specific treatment (see .? on this label) Absorb spillage to prevent material damage 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 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.

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in corrosive resistant/ .? container with a resistant inner liner

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

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