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''mercurous oxide''

Danger
EC Number
239-934-0
CAS Number
15829-53-5
Formula
Hg2O

Hazard Classification

Harmonised EU classification under CLP Regulation.

H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction [Warning Sensitization, Skin]; H320: Causes eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]; H335: May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]; H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects [Warning Germ cell mutagenicity]; H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child [Warning Reproductive toxicity]; H370: Causes damage to organs [Danger Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure]; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure [Danger Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure]

Hazard Statements

H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H320 Causes eye irritation
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H370 Causes damage to organs
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Regulatory Status

SVHC (Candidate List)
No
Authorisation Required
No
Restricted
No
Is ''mercurous oxide'' banned in the EU?
No specific ban or restriction. Check current ECHA records for the latest status.

External Resources

Data sourced from the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). Information is provided for reference only. Always consult official ECHA records and relevant Safety Data Sheets for regulatory compliance.