Difference between revisions of "Mercuric Sulphide"
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Revision as of 13:58, 9 August 2013
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Mercuric Sulphide
Contents
Description
A red or black powder, a form of mercury, usually packed in steel drums. Used as a pigment.
Highly toxic by ingestion, inhalation and skin absorption. Cases have been known of spontaneous ignition of drums of this commodity through exposure to sun heat. Under-deck stowage in a cool hold is advisable and safe if the drums have not previously been subjected to heat.
Full information on this product is in the process of completion.