Mercurochrome, 24-27% Mercury, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

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Chemical Identifiers

CAS

129-16-8

Molecular Formula

C₂₀H₈Br₂HgNa₂O₆

Molecular Weight (g/mol)

750.65

MDL Number

MFCD00013081

InChI Key

QJJYLIJNUFJILQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Synonym

Merbromin, 2, 7-Dibromo-4-hydroxymercurifluoresceine disodium salt

PubChem CID

54598522

IUPAC Name

sodium;[2,7-dibromo-9-(2-carboxyphenyl)-3-hydroxy-6-oxoxanthen-4-yl]mercury;hydrate

SMILES

C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C2=C3C=C(C(=O)C=C3OC4=C(C(=C(C=C24)Br)O)[Hg])Br)C(=O)O.O.[Na+]

Melting Point

>300°C

Color

Green

Packaging

Glass bottle

Quantity

100 g

Merck Index

15, 5934

Solubility Information

Solubility in water: soluble. Other solubilities: insoluble in alcohol,acetone,ether

Formula Weight

750.65

Percent Purity

24 to 27% (Hg), 18 to 22.5% (Br2)

Physical Form

Glimmering Scales, Granules or Crystals

Chemical Name or Material

Mercurochrome

Hazard Category

GHS Signal Word: Danger

Hazard Statement

GHS H Statement:
Fatal if inhaled.
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Fatal in contact with skin.

Precautionary Statement

GHS P Statement:
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
Avoid release to the environment.

WARNING: The information provided on this web site was developed in compliance with European Union (EU) regulations and is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling and use. It is not to be considered as either a warranty or quality specification.

EINECSNumber

204-933-6

RTECSNumber

LM5250000

SDS

Hazard Category

GHS Signal Word: Danger

Hazard Statement

GHS H Statement:
Fatal if inhaled.
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Fatal in contact with skin.

Precautionary Statement

GHS P Statement:
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
Avoid release to the environment.

WARNING: The information provided on this web site was developed in compliance with European Union (EU) regulations and is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling and use. It is not to be considered as either a warranty or quality specification.

EINECSNumber

204-933-6

RTECSNumber

LM5250000

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only