Product Identification

Product Name

Mercuric trifluoroacetate

Synonyms

Acetic acid, trifluoro-, mercury(2+) salt

CAS

13257-51-7

Formula

C4F6HgO4

Molecular Weight

426.62

EINECS

236-250-4

Beilstein/Gmelin

3633860

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00458

EC Index Number

080-004-00-7

EC Class

very toxic, dangerous for the environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Slightly yellow solid.

Solubility in water

Decomposition

Melting Point

171 - 173

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

SPEED IS ESSENTIAL. A DOCTOR MUST BE NOTIFIED AT ONCE. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Poison room locked.

Handling

Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Do not allow contact with water. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Ingestion

May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause perforation of the digestive tract. May cause vascular collapse and damage. Causes severe pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and shock. May cause central nervous system effects.

EC Risk Phrase

R 26/27/28 33 50/53

EC Safety Phrase

S 13 28 36 45 60 61

UN (DOT)

2025

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Exposure Effects

Prolonged or repeated inhalation of dusts may cause neurological damage. May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause reproductive and fetal effects. May cause tremors, irritability, loss of memory and intellect. May also cause Pink disease characterized by skin, cardiovascular, and neurobehavioral abnormalities.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Use water spray, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.

Fire Potential

Non-Combustible

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

20

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride, mercury/mercury oxides.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

2025

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2915 90 80