Mercury(II) perchlorate trihydrate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger Hazard Statements May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles Wear fire resistant or flame retardant clothing

Response

Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Skin Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse IF ON CLOTHING: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth Fire In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish

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

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) Oxidizing solids Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 2 Acute dermal toxicity Category 1 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure)