10124-48-8 structure, ClH2HgN

Mercuric ammonium chloride

CAS No.

10124-48-8

Formula:

ClH2HgN

Basic Info

Mercuric amidochloride is an inorganic compound with the formula HgNH2Cl. It consists of a zig-zag 1-dimensional polymer (HgNH2)n with chloride counterions. It arises from the reaction of ammonia and mercuric chloride. Addition of base converts it into "Millon's base," which has the formula [Hg2N]OH(H2O)x. A variety of related amido and nitrido materials with chloride, bromide, and hydroxide are known.
Before the toxicity of mercury was appreciated, mercuric amidochloride, known as "ammoniated mercury", was used as a topical antiseptic and disinfectant.
Eli Lilly & Company - Ointment No. 8 - Ammoniated Mercury 10%

Formula
ClH2HgN
Molecular Weight
252.066
Exact Mass
252.958
LogP
0.7967
PSA
26.02
Synonyms

Aminomercuric chloride

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Properties

Appearance & Physical State
white powder
Density
5.7 g/cm3
Melting Point
383ºC (dec.)
Stability
Stable.

Safety Info

RTECS
OV7020000
Safety Statements
S13-S28-S45-S60-S61
Risk Statements
R26/27/28; R33; R50/53
RIDADR
UN 1630
Hazard Class
6.1(a)
Packing Group
II
Hazard Codes

MSDS

SDS 1.0
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SAFETY DATA SHEETS

According to Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) - Sixth revised edition

Version: 1.0

Creation Date: Aug 18, 2017

Revision Date: Aug 18, 2017

1.Identification

1.1 GHS Product identifier

Product name Mercuric ammonium chloride

1.2 Other means of identification

Product number -
Other names Aminomercuric chloride

1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use

Identified uses For industry use only.
Uses advised against no data available

1.4 Supplier's details

Company MOLBASE (Shanghai) Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
Address Floor 4 & 5, Building 12, No. 1001 North Qinzhou Road,
Xuhui District, Shanghai, China
Telephone +86(21)64956998
Fax +86(21)54365166

1.5 Emergency phone number

Emergency phone number +86-400-6021-666
Service hours Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours).

2.Hazard identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral, Category 2

Acute toxicity - Dermal, Category 1

Acute toxicity - Inhalation, Category 2

Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure, Category 2

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, short-term (Acute) - Category Acute 1

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term (Chronic) - Category Chronic 1

2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

Pictogram(s)
Signal word

Danger

Hazard statement(s)

H300 Fatal if swallowed

H310 Fatal in contact with skin

H330 Fatal if inhaled

H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statement(s)
Prevention

P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling.

P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.

P273 Avoid release to the environment.

Response

P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…

P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label).

P330 Rinse mouth.

P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/...

P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…

P361+P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label).

P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P405 Store locked up.

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification

none

3.Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substances

Chemical name Common names and synonyms CAS number EC number Concentration
Mercuric ammonium chloride Mercuric ammonium chloride 10124-48-8 none 100%

4.First-aid measures

4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures

General advice

Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

In case of skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

If swallowed

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed

no data available

4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary

no data available

5.Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical

no data available

5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

6.Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. For personal protection see section 8.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Pick up and arrange disposal. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

7.Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. For precautions see section 2.2.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

8.Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters

Occupational Exposure limit values

no data available

Biological limit values

no data available

8.2 Appropriate engineering controls

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)

Eye/face protection

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection

Wear impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.

Respiratory protection

Wear dust mask when handling large quantities.

Thermal hazards

no data available

9.Physical and chemical properties

Physical state white powder
Colour no data available
Odour no data available
Melting point/ freezing point 383ºC (dec.)
Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range no data available
Flammability no data available
Lower and upper explosion limit / flammability limit no data available
Flash point no data available
Auto-ignition temperature no data available
Decomposition temperature no data available
pH no data available
Kinematic viscosity no data available
Solubility no data available
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (log value) no data available
Vapour pressure no data available
Density and/or relative density 5.7 g/cm3
Relative vapour density no data available
Particle characteristics no data available

10.Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

no data available

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

no data available

10.4 Conditions to avoid

no data available

10.5 Incompatible materials

no data available

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

no data available

11.Toxicological information

Acute toxicity

  • Oral: no data available
  • Inhalation: no data available
  • Dermal: no data available

Skin corrosion/irritation

no data available

Serious eye damage/irritation

no data available

Respiratory or skin sensitization

no data available

Germ cell mutagenicity

no data available

Carcinogenicity

no data available

Reproductive toxicity

no data available

STOT-single exposure

no data available

STOT-repeated exposure

no data available

Aspiration hazard

no data available

12.Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

  • Toxicity to fish: no data available
  • Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: no data available
  • Toxicity to algae: no data available
  • Toxicity to microorganisms: no data available

12.2 Persistence and degradability

no data available

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

no data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

no data available

12.5 Other adverse effects

no data available

13.Disposal considerations

13.1 Disposal methods

Product

The material can be disposed of by removal to a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs, feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.

Contaminated packaging

Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and offered for recycling or reconditioning. Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.

14.Transport information

14.1 UN Number

ADR/RID: UN1630 IMDG: UN1630 IATA: UN1630

14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name

ADR/RID: MERCURY AMMONIUM CHLORIDE
IMDG: MERCURY AMMONIUM CHLORIDE
IATA: MERCURY AMMONIUM CHLORIDE

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID: 6.1(a) IMDG: 6.1(a) IATA: 6.1(a)

14.4 Packing group, if applicable

ADR/RID: II IMDG: II IATA: II

14.5 Environmental hazards

ADR/RID: yes IMDG: yes IATA: yes

14.6 Special precautions for user

no data available

14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code

no data available

15.Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question

Chemical name Common names and synonyms CAS number EC number
Mercuric ammonium chloride Mercuric ammonium chloride 10124-48-8 none
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) Listed.
EC Inventory Listed.
United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Listed.
China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 Listed.
New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) Listed.
Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) Listed.
Vietnam National Chemical Inventory Not Listed.
Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC) Listed.

16.Other information

Information on revision

Creation Date Aug 18, 2017
Revision Date Aug 18, 2017

Abbreviations and acronyms

  • CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
  • ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
  • RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
  • IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
  • IATA: International Air Transportation Association
  • TWA: Time Weighted Average
  • STEL: Short term exposure limit
  • LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
  • LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
  • EC50: Effective Concentration 50%

References

  • IPCS - The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website: http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home
  • HSDB - Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
  • IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
  • eChemPortal - The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website: http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en
  • CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
  • ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
  • ERG - Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website: http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg
  • Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website: http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp
  • ECHA - European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/

Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. We as supplier shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
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Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
    Ammoniated mercury        Catalog    
    AM168
    Common Name/
    Number(s).
    Trade Name
    CAS#        10124-48-8    
    Manufacturer
    RTECS        OV7020000    
    SPECTRUM QUALITY PRODUCTS INC.
    TSCA        TSCA 8(b) inventory:    
    Ammoniated mercury
    Commercial Name(s)        Not available.    
    CI# Not applicable.
    Synonym        Mercuric Ammonium Chloride    
    IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
    Not available.
    Chemical Name
    Chemical Family        Salt.        CALL (310) 516-8000    
    HgNH2Cl
    Chemical Formula
    SPECTRUM QUALITY PRODUCTS INC.

Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
    Exposure Limits
    TWA (mg/m3)        STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)    
    Name        CAS #        % by Weight    
    1) Ammoniated mercury        10124-48-8        0.025        0.15 100    
    Toxicological Data        Ammoniated mercury:    
    on Ingredients        ORAL (LD50):        Acute: 86 mg/kg [Rat]. 68 mg/kg [Mouse].    

Section 3. Hazards Identification
    Potential Acute Health Effects Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion. Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, sensitizer, permeator),
    of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation. Non-corrosive for skin. Severe over-exposure can result in death.
    Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by
    itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
    Potential Chronic Health        Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion.    
    Effects        Very hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation.    
    CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A5 (Not suspected for human.) by ACGIH.
    MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
    TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
    DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
    The substance is toxic to kidneys, the nervous system.
    Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated exposure to a
    Ammoniated mercury
    highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human
    organs.

Section 4. First Aid Measures
    Eye Contact        Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at    
    least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
    Skin Contact        In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated    
    clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean
    shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
    Serious Skin Contact        Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate    
    medical attention.
    Inhalation        If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get    
    medical attention.
    Serious Inhalation        Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or    
    waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
    resuscitation. Seek medical attention.
    Ingestion        If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by    
    mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical
    attention immediately.
    Serious Ingestion        Not available.    

Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
    Flammability of the Product Non-flammable.
    Auto-Ignition Temperature Not applicable.
    Flash Points        Not applicable.    
    Flammable Limits        Not applicable.    
    Products of Combustion        Not available.    
    Fire Hazards in Presence of Not applicable.
    Various Substances
    Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
    of Various Substances        Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.    
    Not applicable.
    Fire Fighting Media
    and Instructions
    Special Remarks on        When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes.    
    Fire Hazards
    Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
    Hazards

Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
    Small Spill        Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.    
    Large Spill
    Poisonous solid.
    Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray to
    disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS
    and with local authorities.
    Ammoniated mercury

Section 7. Handling and Storage
    Precautions        Keep locked up.. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory    
    equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with
    skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, alkalis.
    Storage        Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.    

Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
    Engineering Controls        Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below    
    recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
    airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
    Personal Protection        Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.    
    Gloves.
    Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used
    a Large Spill        to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist    
    BEFORE handling this product.
    Exposure Limits        TWA: 0.025 CEIL: 0.15 from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] [1995]    
    Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
    Physical state and appearance Solid. (Powdered solid.)        Odor        Odorless.    
    Taste        Not available.    
    Molecular Weight        252.07 g/mole    
    Color        White.    
    pH (1% soln/water)        Not applicable.    
    Boiling Point        Not available.    
    Decomposes.
    Melting Point
    Critical Temperature        Not available.    
    Specific Gravity        5.4 (Water = 1)    
    Vapor Pressure        Not applicable.    
    Vapor Density        Not available.    
    Volatility        Not available.    
    Odor Threshold        Not available.    
    Not available.
    Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
    Ionicity (in Water)        Not available.    
    Not available.
    Dispersion Properties
    Solubility        Insoluble in cold water.    

Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
    Stability        The product is stable.    
    Not available.
    Instability Temperature
    Conditions of Instability        Not available.    
    Incompatibility with various        Reactive with oxidizing agents, alkalis.    
    substances
    Corrosivity        Non-corrosive in presence of glass.    
    Ammoniated mercury
    Special Remarks on        May decompose on exposure to light. Reacts with sodium, potassium and their alloys.    
    Reactivity
    Special Remarks on        Not available.    
    Corrosivity
    Will not occur.
    Polymerization

Section 11. Toxicological Information
    Routes of Entry        Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.    
    Toxicity to Animals        Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 68 mg/kg [Mouse].    
    Chronic Effects on Humans        CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A5 (Not suspected for human.) by ACGIH.    
    Causes damage to the following organs: kidneys, the nervous system.
    Other Toxic Effects on        Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion.    
    Humans        Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, sensitizer, permeator), of inhalation.    
    Non-corrosive for skin.
    Special Remarks on        Not available.    
    Toxicity to Animals
    Special Remarks on        0050 Excreted in maternal milk in animal.    
    Chronic Effects on Humans
    Special Remarks on other        Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.    
    Toxic Effects on Humans

Section 12. Ecological Information
    Ecotoxicity        Not available.    
    BOD5 and COD        Not available.    
    Products of Biodegradation        Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may    
    arise.
    Toxicity of the Products        The products of degradation are more toxic.    
    of Biodegradation
    Special Remarks on the        Not available.    
    Products of Biodegradation

Section 13. Disposal Considerations
    Waste Disposal

Section 14. Transport Information
    DOT Classification        CLASS 6.1: Poisonous material.    
    Identification        : Mercury Ammonium Chloride UNNA: UN1630 PG: II    
    Special Provisions for        Marine Pollutant    
    Transport
    Ammoniated mercury
    DOT (Pictograms)

Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
    California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
    Federal and State
    cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute:
    Regulations
    Ammoniated mercury
    California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
    cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: Ammoniated mercury
    Pennsylvania RTK: Ammoniated mercury
    Massachusetts RTK: Ammoniated mercury
    TSCA 8(b) inventory: Ammoniated mercury
    SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: Ammoniated mercury
    CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: Ammoniated mercury
    California
    California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
    Proposition 65
    to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: Ammoniated mercury
    Warnings
    Other Regulations        OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).    
    CLASS D-1A: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
    Other Classifications        WHMIS (Canada)    
    CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
    DSCL (EEC)        R25- Toxic if swallowed.    
    R38- Irritating to skin.
    R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
    R43- May cause sensitization by skin
    contact.
    Health Hazard
    HMIS (U.S.A.)        3 National Fire Protection    
    0 Flammability
    0 Association (U.S.A.)
    Fire Hazard
    3 0 Reactivity
    Health
    Reactivity
    0
    Specific hazard
    Personal Protection
    E
    WHMIS (Canada)
    (Pictograms)
    DSCL (Europe)
    (Pictograms)
    TDG (Canada)
    (Pictograms)
    ADR (Europe)
    (Pictograms)
    Ammoniated mercury
    Protective Equipment
    Gloves.
    Lab coat.
    Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
    approved/certified respirator or
    equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
    when ventilation is inadequate.


SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Synthesis Route

1.Synthesis Route

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