mercury

CAS7439-97-6

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Identification

CAS Number: 7439-97-6
EC Number: 231-106-7
UN Number: 2809
Index Number: 080-001-00-0
PubChem CID: 23931

Physical-chemical properties

Molecular Formula: Hg
Molar Mass: 200.59 g/mol
IUPAC Name: mercury

Chemical Identifiers

InChI: InChI=1S/Hg
InChI Key: QSHDDOUJBYECFT-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Overview

mercury (CAS: 7439-97-6) is a chemical compound widely used in industry. The molecular formula is Hg. The molar mass is 200.59 g/mol.

Safety & Classification

Danger

Classification:

Repr. 1B; Acute Tox. 2 *; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1

GHS Pictograms

Health Hazard

GHS08

Serious health hazard. May cause cancer, organ damage, or genetic defects.

Skull and Crossbones

GHS06

Acute toxicity. Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin, or if inhaled.

Environment

GHS09

Environmental hazard. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

HHazard Statements (H-Statements)

Describe the nature and severity of the hazard

H330

Fatal if inhaled.

H372

Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

H400

Very toxic to aquatic life.

H410

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Classification according to CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. The complete list of hazard and precautionary statements can be found in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

First Aid Measures

Inhalation

Fatal

Measures if vapours or dust are inhaled

First Aid Actions

+P304IF INHALED:
+P340Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
+P311Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

Related hazard statements:

H330

General Measures

Emergency 112 | Poison Control: +49 30 19240 (DE), +33 1 45 42 59 59 (FR), +31 30 274 88 88 (NL)

First aid measures are based on CLP classification and associated P-statements. They do not replace the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). In case of emergency, always consult the full SDS and a physician.

Transport (ADR)

UN Number	2809
ADR Class	8
Packing Group	III
Tunnel Code	E
Proper Shipping Name	Quecksilber
Marine Pollutant	No

Frequently Asked Questions

What is mercury?

mercury (CAS 7439-97-6) is a chemical substance with the formula Hg used in various industrial applications.

What are the properties of mercury?

mercury has a molar mass of 200.59 g/mol. It is classified as Repr. 1B; Acute Tox. 2 *; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1. See the technical data above for more details.

How to store mercury safely?

mercury should be stored according to the Safety Data Sheet instructions. Follow the GHS labeling and keep the substance in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.

Is mercury dangerous?

mercury carries the signal word "Danger". 3 GHS pictograms apply. Always follow the safety instructions in the data sheet.

Where can I buy mercury?

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