Phenylmercuric Acetate, Organic Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Phenylmercuric Acetate, Organic (C8H8HgO2). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Non-flammableNon-Flammable Storage

Chemical formula

About Phenylmercuric Acetate, Organic

Phenylmercuric Acetate is an odorless, white to yellow-white, crystalline (sand-like) powder. It is used as a herbicide, antiseptic, catalyst, fungicide, and preservative for latex paints.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
See SDS
Storage category
Non-Flammable Storage
Flammable
No
Flash point
See SDS
Storage temperature
: 15 – 25 °C
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Phenylmercuric Acetate is not compatible with OXIDIZING AGENTS (such as PERCHLORATES, PEROXIDES, PERMANGANATES, CHLORATES, NITRATES, CHLORINE, BROMINE

H301 Toxic if swallowed H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Phenylmercuric Acetate, Organic

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic (C8H8HgO2). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: Water spray. Carbon dioxide (CO 2). Dry chemical. Chemical foam.

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic should account for its listed hazards, climate control needs (: 15 – 25 °C), and segregation requirements. Phenylmercuric Acetate is not compatible with OXIDIZING AGENTS (such as PERCHLORATES, PEROXIDES, PERMANGANATES, CHLORATES, NITRATES, CHLORINE, BROMINE

Review Segregated storage for incompatible chemicals and Organic peroxide storage building when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Physical state solid Form powder, crystalline Colour whitish Odour odourless Melting point/freezing point 146 – 150 °C Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range not determined Flammability this material is combustible, but will not ignite readily Lower and upper explosion limit not determined Flash point not applicable Auto-ignition temperature not determined Decomposition temperature >146 °C pH (value) not applicable Kinematic viscosity not relevant Solubility(ies) Water solubility 2 g /l at 20 °C

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Recommended storage solutions for Phenylmercuric Acetate, Organic

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChemical Storage Shipping

    BoxSAFE CX

    • Non Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft x 8' 5"
    • 50 Qty 55 Gallon Drums
    • 9 Pallets or Totes
    • 302 Square Feet storage
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rated

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rate

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 20 ft
    • 27 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic be stored?

Store Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Consult the SDS and applicable hazard classification). Climate range guidance: : 15 – 25 °C. Compatibility notes: Phenylmercuric Acetate is not compatible with OXIDIZING AGENTS (such as PERCHLORATES, PEROXIDES, PERMANGANATES, CHLORATES, NITRATES, CHLORINE, BROMINE US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic flammable?

Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic is not flagged as flammable in this database (No). Still verify the SDS and store in compliant containment for its listed hazard class.

What hazard class is Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic?

Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic is listed as: Consult the SDS and applicable hazard classification. H301 Toxic if swallowed H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

What fire suppression is recommended for Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic (C8H8HgO2). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Phenylmercuric Acetate, organic. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.