SIGMA-ALDRICH Material Safety Data Sheet Date Printed: 09/OCT/2003 Date Updated: 09/APR/2002 Version 1.0 According to 91/155/EEC 1 - Product and Company Information Product Name MERCURY ORANGE Product Number 83377 Company Sigma-Aldrich Chemie GmbH Riedstrasse 2 89555 Steinheim Germany Technical Phone # 49-89-6513(0)-1444 Fax 49-7329-97-2319 Emergency Phone # 49 7329 97 2323 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients Product Name CAS # EC no MERCURY ORANGE 3076-91-3 221-358-6 Formula C16H11ClHgN2O Molecular Weight 483.3 AMU Synonyms Chloro(p-((2-hydroxy-1-naphthyl)azo)phenyl)mercur ,1-(4-Chloromercuriphenylazo)-beta-naphthol, 1-(4-Chloromercuriphenylazo)-2-naphthol,Mercury, chloro(p-((2-hydroxy-1-naphthyl)azo)phenyl)- (8C I),Mercury Orange,2-Naphthalenol, 1-(phenylazo)-, mercury complex (9CI),2-Naphthol, 1-((p-(chloromercuri)phenyl)azo)- (7CI), 1-(Phenylazo)-2-naphthalenol mercury complex, Red sulfhydryl reagent 3 - Hazards Identification SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. 4 - First Aid Measures AFTER INHALATION If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician. AFTER SKIN CONTACT In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician. AFTER EYE CONTACT In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician. AFTER INGESTION If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician. 5 - Fire Fighting Measures EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Suitable: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. SPECIAL RISKS Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. 6 - Accidental Release Measures PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S) Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves. METHODS FOR CLEANING UP Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete. 7 - Handling and Storage STORAGE Store at 2-8°C 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection ENGINEERING CONTROLS Use only in a chemical fume hood. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator. Hand Protection: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles. 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties Appearance Color: Red Form: Powder Property Value At Temperature or Pressure pH N/A BP/BP Range N/A MP/MP Range N/A Flash Point N/A Flammability N/A Autoignition Temp N/A Oxidizing Properties N/A Explosive Properties N/A Explosion Limits N/A Vapor Pressure N/A Partition Coefficient N/A FLUKA - 83377 www.sigma-aldrich.com Page 2 Viscosity N/A Vapor Density N/A Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A Evaporation Rate N/A Bulk Density N/A Decomposition Temp. N/A Solvent Content N/A Water Content N/A Surface Tension N/A Conductivity N/A Miscellaneous Data N/A Solubility N/A 10 - Stability and Reactivity STABILITY Stable: Stable. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS Hazardous Decomposition Products: Mercury/mercury oxides. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur 11 - Toxicological Information RTECS NUMBER: OW0250000 ROUTE OF EXPOSURE Multiple Routes: May be fatal if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through skin. CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE The toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated. CHRONIC EXPOSURE - MUTAGEN ZINCL Histidine reversion (Ames) 12 - Ecological Information No data available. 13 - Disposal Considerations SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations. 14 - Transport Information RID/ADR UN#: 2025 Class: 6.1 PG: II Proper Shipping Name: Mercury compound, solid, n.o.s. IMDG FLUKA - 83377 www.sigma-aldrich.com Page 3 UN#: 2025 Class: 6.1 PG: II EmS Number: 6.1-04 MFAG Number: 105 Proper Shipping Name: MERCURY COMPOUND, SOLID, N.O.S. Marine Pollutant: No Severe Marine Pollutant: Yes Technical Name: X IATA UN#: 2025 Class: 6.1 PG: II Proper Shipping Name: Mercury compound, solid, n.o.s. Inhalation Packing Group I: No Technical Name: X 15 - Regulatory Information CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES ANNEX I INDEX NUMBER: 080-004-00-7 NOTA: A INDICATION OF DANGER: T+ N Very toxic. Dangerous for the environment. R-PHRASES: 26/27/28 33 50/53 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. S-PHRASES: 13 28 36 45 60 61 Keep away from food, drink, and animal feedingstuffs. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets. 16 - Other Information WARRANTY The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. Sigma-Aldrich Inc., shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. Copyright 2003 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited paper copies for internal use only. DISCLAIMER For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses. FLUKA - 83377 www.sigma-aldrich.com Page 4