Mercury

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Infobox on Mercury
Example of Mercury
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Mercury

Description

Very heavy, silver liquid.

General Shipped in welded iron bottles with a screw-cap which is supposed to be sealed. Seals must be checked upon loading. Mercury vapors are toxic; this product requires protected stowage in view of its value. Insoluble in water and common organic solvents.

See also IMDG Books. EC Directive banning movement of mercury after 2005.
Hazard: Class 8
EC 231-106-7

Full information on this product is in the process of completion.