Ethylmercury chloride

265.1

265.97900

203-478-0

60515|1203

2025|2777

DTXSID9042128

28521000

0

1.66090

solid

3.482

192 °C

Sublimes (NTP, 1992)

Insoluble in water. Slightly soluble in ether. soluble in hot alcohol. Sublimes readilyInsoluble in water. Slightly soluble in ether. soluble in hot alcohol.

Oral-rat LD50: 40 mg/kg; Oral-Mouse LD50: 56 mg/kg

Combustible in case of open flames and high heat; toxic mercury-containing gas in case of light or thermal decomposition

Insoluble in water.

Organometallics

ETHYL MERCURY CHLORIDE is sensitive to prolonged exposure to light. Incompatible with strong oxidizers such as chlorine (NTP, 1992).

II

6.1

2025

26/27/28-33-50/53

13-28-36-45-61-60

OV9800000

T+,N

The warehouse is ventilated at low temperature and dry; stored separately from oxidants, acids and food additives

Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. May be light sensitive.

P260, P262, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301+P310, P302+P350, P304+P340, P310, P314, P320, P321, P322, P330, P361, P363, P391, P403+P233, P405, P501

H300

Flash point data for this chemical are not available; however, it is probably combustible. (NTP, 1992)

|Danger|H300 (100%): Fatal if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]|P260, P262, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301+P310, P302+P350, P304+P340, P310, P314, P320, P321, P322, P330, P361, P363, P391, P403+P233, P405, and P501|Aggregated GHS information provided by 42 companies from 2 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.

Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. (NTP, 1992)

Excerpt from ERG Guide 151 [Substances - Toxic (Non-combustible)]: As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids. SPILL: Increase, in the downwind direction, as necessary, the isolation distance shown above. FIRE: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2016)

SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If a spill of this chemical occurs, FIRST REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION, then you should dampen the solid spill material with acetone and transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with acetone to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with acetone followed by washing with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned. STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should protect this chemical from light and store it under ambient temperatures. (NTP, 1992)

MINIMUM PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: If Tyvek-type disposable protective clothing is not worn during handling of this chemical, wear disposable Tyvek-type sleeves taped to your gloves. RECOMMENDED RESPIRATOR: Where the neat test chemical is weighed and diluted, wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter. (NTP, 1992)

most toxic

Chemicals that kill or inhibit the growth of fungi in agricultural applications, on wood, plastics, or other materials, in swimming pools, etc. (See all compounds classified as Fungicides, Industrial.)

SYMPTOMS: Symptoms of exposure to this compound may include headache, paresthesia of the tongue, lips, fingers and toes, other nonspecific dysfunction, metallic taste, slight gastrointestinal disturbances, excessive flatulence and diarrhea Acute poisoning may cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract and renal failure. Nervous symptoms usually appear first. They include fine tremors of extended hands, loss of side vision and slight loss of coordination. Other symptoms include incoordination in speech, writing and gait. Incoordination progresses to inability to stand or carry out voluntary movements. Muscle atrophy, flexure contractions, generalized myoclinic movements, difficulty understanding speech, irritability and bad temper progressing to mania, stupor coma and mental retardation may occur. Symptoms of exposure to this type of compound include central nervous system effects, ataxia, chorea, athetosis and convulsions. Ingestion of this type of compound may cause urticaria, stomatitis, salivation, anemia, leukopenia and liver damage. Inhalation of this type of compound can cause salivation, stomatitis, loosening of the teeth, blue lines on gums, pain and numbness in the extremities, nephritis, anxiety, weight loss, anorexia, mental depression, insomnia, irritability, instability, hallucinations and evidences of mental deterioration. This class of compound is a primary skin irritant which may cause dermatitis, skin burns and sensitization. ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: This compound is highly toxic. It is a primary skin irritant. It is absorbed through the skin and it may cause skin burns. When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, HgOx, chloride ion and mercury. (NTP, 1992)

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital for treatment after washing the affected areas. INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing. INGESTION: Some heavy metals are VERY TOXIC POISONS, especially if their salts are very soluble in water (e.g., lead, chromium, mercury, bismuth, osmium, and arsenic). IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center and locate activated charcoal, egg whites, or milk in case the medical advisor recommends administering one of them. Also locate Ipecac syrup or a glass of salt water in case the medical advisor recommends inducing vomiting. Usually, this is NOT RECOMMENDED outside of a physician's care. If advice from a physician is not readily available and the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give the victim a glass of activated charcoal slurry in water or, if this is not available, a glass of milk, or beaten egg whites and IMMEDIATELY transport victim to a hospital. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, assure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

Ceresan