543-63-5

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Section2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]
Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 2)
Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 1)
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 2)
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 2)
Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1)
Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 1)
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
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.
Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]
Pictogram
Signal wordDanger
Hazard statement(s)
H300Fatal if swallowed.
H310Fatal in contact with skin.
H330Fatal if inhaled.
H373May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statement(s)
P260Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P264Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P273Avoid release to the environment.
P280Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing.
P284Wear respiratory protection.
P301 + P310IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/
physician.
Supplemental Hazardnone
Statements
According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.
Hazard symbol(s)
R-phrase(s)
R26/27/28Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R33Danger of cumulative effects.
R50/53Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in
the aquatic environment.
S-phrase(s)
S45In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately
(show the label where possible).
Other hazards - none

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Section3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substances
Formula: C4H9ClHg
Molecular Weight: 293,16 g/mol
ComponentConcentration
BUTYLMERCURIC CHLORIDE
CAS-No.543-63-5-
Index-No.080-004-00-7

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Section4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of 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. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been
thoroughly investigated.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
no data available

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Section5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Carbon oxides, Hydrogen chloride gas, Mercury/mercury oxides.
Advice for firefighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Further information
no data available

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Section6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear respiratory protection. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate
personnel to safe areas.
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.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in suitable, closed
containers for disposal.
Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.

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Section7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are
opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Specific end uses
no data available

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Section8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling
the product.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
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.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected
according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator
with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup
to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air
respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government
standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

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Section9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) AppearanceForm: liquid
b) Odourno data available
c) Odour Thresholdno data available
d) pHno data available
e) Melting point/freezingno data available
point
f) Initial boiling point and no data available
boiling range
g) Flash pointno data available
h) Evaporation rateno data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available
j) Upper/lowerno data available
flammability or
explosive limits
k) Vapour pressureno data available
l) Vapour densityno data available
m) Relative densityno data available
n) Water solubilityno data available
o) Partition coefficient: n- no data available
octanol/water
p) Autoignitionno data available
temperature
q) Decompositionno data available
temperature
r) Viscosityno data available
s) Explosive propertiesno data available
t) Oxidizing propertiesno data available
Other safety information
no data available

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Section10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
no data available
Chemical stability
no data available
Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available
Conditions to avoid
no data available
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products

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Section11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
no data available
Inhalation: no data available
Dermal: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
Carcinogenicity
IARC:No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Potential health effects
InhalationMay be fatal if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
IngestionMay be fatal if swallowed.
SkinMay be fatal if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
EyesMay cause eye irritation.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been
thoroughly investigated.
Additional Information
RTECS: OV7700000

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Section12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
no data available
Persistence and degradability
no data available
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
Mobility in soil
no data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
no data available
Other adverse effects
Very toxic to aquatic life.
no data available

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Section13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.

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Section14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN number
ADR/RID: 2810IMDG: 2810IATA: 2810
UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (BUTYLMERCURIC CHLORIDE)
IMDG: TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (BUTYLMERCURIC CHLORIDE)
IATA:Toxic liquid, organic, n.o.s. (BUTYLMERCURIC CHLORIDE)
Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 6.1IMDG: 6.1IATA: 6.1
Packaging group
ADR/RID: IIIMDG: IIIATA: II
Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: noIMDG Marine pollutant: noIATA: no
Special precautions for user
no data available

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Section15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
no data available
Chemical Safety Assessment
no data available

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Section16. OTHER INFORMATION
Further information
Copyright 2012 Co. LLC. License granted to make unlimited paper copies for internal use
only.
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. Corporation and its Affiliates shall not be held
liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See
and/or the reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.

MOLECULAR FORMULA :

C4-H9-Cl-Hg

MOLECULAR WEIGHT :

293.17

WISWESSER LINE NOTATION :

G-HG-4

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY DATA

TYPE OF TEST :

LD50 - Lethal dose, 50 percent kill

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Subcutaneous

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - rat

DOSE/DURATION :

73 mg/kg

TOXIC EFFECTS :

Details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value

MUTATION DATA

TYPE OF TEST :

Cytogenetic analysis

TEST SYSTEM :

Human HeLa cell

REFERENCE :

JJEMAG Japanese Journal of Experimental Medicine. (Kinokuniya Book-Stores of America Co., Ltd., West Bldg., Japan Cultural and Trade Center, 1581 Webster St., San Francisco, CA 94115) V.7- 1928- Volume(issue)/page/year: 39,47,1969 *** REVIEWS *** ACGIH TLV-TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3; STEL 0.03 mg/m3 DTLVS* The Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) booklet issues by American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH), Cincinnati, OH, 1996 Volume(issue)/page/year: TLV/BEI,1997 *** U.S. STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS *** MSHA STANDARD-air:TWA 0.001 ppm (0.01 mg(Hg)/m3) DTLWS* "Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values for Substances in Workroom Air," Supplements. For publisher information, see 85INA8. Volume(issue)/page/year: 3,22,1973 OSHA PEL (Gen Indu):8H TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3 CFRGBR Code of Federal Regulations. (U.S. Government Printing Office, Supt. of Documents, Washington, DC 20402) Volume(issue)/page/year: 29,1910.1000,1994 OSHA PEL (Construc):8H TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3 (skin) CFRGBR Code of Federal Regulations. (U.S. Government Printing Office, Supt. of Documents, Washington, DC 20402) Volume(issue)/page/year: 29,1926.55,1994 OSHA PEL (Shipyard):8H TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3 (skin) CFRGBR Code of Federal Regulations. (U.S. Government Printing Office, Supt. of Documents, Washington, DC 20402) Volume(issue)/page/year: 29,1915.1000,1993 OSHA PEL (Fed Cont):8H TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3 (skin) CFRGBR Code of Federal Regulations. (U.S. Government Printing Office, Supt. of Documents, Washington, DC 20402) Volume(issue)/page/year: 41,50-204.50,1994 *** OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS *** OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3;STEL 0.03 mg(Hg)/m3;Skin JAN 1993 OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3;STEL 0.03 mg(Hg)/m3;Skin JAN 1993 OEL-DENMARK:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3;Skin JAN 1993 OEL-FINLAND:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3;Skin JAN 1993 OEL-FRANCE:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3;Skin JAN 1993 OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3;STEL 0.02 mg(Hg)/m3;Skin JAN 1993 OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3 JAN 1993 OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3;Skin JAN 1993 OEL-THAILAND:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3;STEL 0.04 mg(Hg)/m3 JAN 1993 OEL-TURKEY:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3;Skin JAN 1993 OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 0.01 mg(Hg)/m3;STEL 0.03 mg(Hg)/m3;Skin JAN 1993 OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGIH TLV *** NIOSH STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT AND SURVEILLANCE DATA *** NIOSH RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE LEVEL (REL) : NIOSH REL TO MERCURY, ORGANO-air:TWA 0.01 mg/m3;STEL 0.03 mg/m3 (Sk) REFERENCE : NIOSH* National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, U.S. Dept. of Health, Education, and Welfare, Reports and Memoranda. Volume(issue)/page/year: DHHS #92-100,1992