Mercurochrome, 24-27% Mercury, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

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

Safety and Handling

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