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Mercury(II) sulfate 20% w/v sulfuric acid solution

CAS 7783-35-9 HgSO4 MW 296.65 In stock

Mercury(II) sulfate in a 20% w/v sulfuric acid solution is a highly toxic reagent used in analytical chemistry and specialized industrial processes. It contains mercury(II) sulfate (HgSO4) with a molecular weight of 296.65 g/mol and is identified by CAS number 7783-35-9. Stored at ambient temperatures, it carries a Danger signal word due to its toxicity. Molekula supplies Mercury(II) sulfate 20% w/v sulfuric acid solution from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

CoA by batch

[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Hg+2]

Overview

Specifications

Property	Value
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid

Storage & handling

Property	Value
Storage Temperature	Ambient
Transport Class	8(6.1)
Packing Group	II
Shelf Life	24 months
Acidity	Acid

Identification

Property	Value
CAS Number	7783-35-9
Molecular Formula	HgSO4
Molecular Weight	296.65
SMILES	[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Hg+2]
EC / UN Number	2922
REACH Code	Y110
TSCA Listed	Yes
HTS Code	38221900
Tariff Code	2852100000

Safety & GHS

Danger

Flammable GHS02
Compressed Gas GHS04
Corrosive GHS05
Toxic GHS06

Hazard statements

H290 May be corrosive to metals
H301 Toxic if swallowed
H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H330 Fatal if inhaled
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
P273 Avoid release to the environment
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

For research and industrial use only

Not for use in food, drugs, household, or in or on humans or animals. Consult the Safety Data Sheet before handling.

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Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

What is Mercury(II) sulfate 20% w/v sulfuric acid solution used for?

It is primarily used as a reagent in analytical chemistry and organic synthesis, particularly in sulfate esterification and as a catalyst in certain reactions.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Mercury(II) sulfate?

The formula is HgSO4 with a molecular weight of 296.65 g/mol.

How should Mercury(II) sulfate 20% w/v sulfuric acid solution be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from light and incompatible materials, and kept in a tightly closed container.

What grade of Mercury(II) sulfate is available from Molekula?

Molekula supplies Mercury(II) sulfate as a reagent grade product, suitable for laboratory use.

Can Molekula supply Mercury(II) sulfate in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can supply Mercury(II) sulfate in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of Mercury(II) sulfate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with GHS standards.

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