The Conditions of Purchase forming a part of this order stipulate that materials furnished under this order shall be free from contamination by presence of mercury. The requirements stated below form a part of this order.

Mercury is corrosive to gold, silver, nickel, stainless steels, aluminum, and copper alloys. Accidental trapping of mercury in a component could cause serious damage to vital parts. Mercury is also toxic if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through the skin. It is evident that grave consequences could result from small amounts of mercury vapor present in an unreplenished atmosphere.

Functional Mercury - Mercury or mercury compound(s) contained in a component which are required for the component to operate properly.

Mercury Free Components - A component is mercury free if it does not contain functional mercury and is not contaminated by mercury or mercury compounds.