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METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE

  • CAS NO.:1184-57-2
  • Empirical Formula: CH4HgO
  • Molecular Weight: 232.63
  • MDL number: MFCD00013924
  • EINECS: 214-667-2
  • SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
  • Update Date: 2023-04-23 13:52:06
METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE Structural

What is METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE?

Chemical properties

usually provided as a colourless aqueous solution

The Uses of METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE

Methyl mercury(II) hydroxide is used as defoliant and epoxidation catalyst, as denaturing agent.

General Description

Greenish-white powder or flakes with an unpleasant odor.

Air & Water Reactions

METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE is sensitive to air and light. Slightly soluble in water.

Reactivity Profile

METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE is incompatible with oxidizing materials, acid and acid fumes.

Fire Hazard

Flash point data for METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE are not available. METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE is probably combustible.

Safety Profile

Poison by intraperitoneal route. An experimental teratogen. Experimental reproductive effects. Human mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of Hg.

Properties of METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE

Melting point: 137°C
Boiling point: 39.8°C
RTECS  OW4900000
form  Liquid
color  Colorless
Water Solubility  Slightly soluble in water.
Exposure limits ACGIH: TWA 0.01 mg/m3; STEL 0.03 mg/m3 (Skin)
OSHA: Ceiling 0.04 mg/m3
NIOSH: IDLH 2 mg/m3; IDLH 10 mg/m3; TWA 0.01 mg/m3; TWA 0.05 mg/m3; STEL 0.03 mg/m3; Ceiling 0.1 mg/m3
Stability: Stable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, alkalis, acids, alkali earth metals, reactive inorganic and organic compounds.
CAS DataBase Reference 1184-57-2
EPA Substance Registry System Methymercury hydroxide (1184-57-2)

Safety information for METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE

Pictogram(s)
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Skull and Crossbones
Acute Toxicity
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS08
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Environment
GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements H300:Acute toxicity,oral
H311:Acute toxicity,dermal
H331:Acute toxicity,inhalation
H373:Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure
H401:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard
H411:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes P260:Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P304+P340:IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P405:Store locked up.

Computed Descriptors for METHYLMERCURY(II) HYDROXIDE

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