Mercury

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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: UN 2809 Class 8
EC 231-106-7