[A16130] CAS 7774-29-0 | Mercury(II) iodide, 99+%, Alfa

CAS : 7774-29-0
UN# : UN1638
MDL : MFCD00011044
Hazard Class : 6.1
EINECS : 231-873-8
Packing Group : II

Other name :

Mercuric iodideMercury diiodide

Chemical Properties

Formula : HgI2
Formula weight : 454.40
Melting Point : 259°
Boiling Point : 350° subl.
Density : 6.28
Sensitivity : Light Sensitive. Ambient temperatures.
Form : Powder
Solubility : Insoluble in water. Slightly soluble in alcohol, ether, acetone, chloroform, ethyl acetate, olive oil and castor oil.

Applications

Mercury(II) iodide is is used for preparation of Nessler’s reagent, used for detection of presence of ammonia. It is a semiconductor material, used in some x-ray and gamma ray detection and imaging devices operating at room temperatures. In veterinary medicine, it is used in blister ointments in exostoses, bursal enlargement, etc.

Grade Specifications

GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements

Hazard Statements : H300-H310-H330-H373-H400-H410Fatal if swallowed.Fatal in contact with skin.Fatal if inhaled.May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.Very toxic to aquatic life.Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements : P260-P301+P310-P304+P340-P320-P330-P361-P405-P501aDo not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.Specific treatment is urgent (see label).Rinse mouth.Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other References :

Merck : 14,5879
UN# : UN1638