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Mercury (II) chloride

SKU 50993163 CAS 7487-94-7 Cl2Hg MW 271.50 Available on enquiry

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Mercury (II) chloride is a highly toxic inorganic compound used in chemical synthesis, catalysis, and laboratory reagents. Documented industrial applications include battery manufacturing and metal processing, and it was historically used as a wood preservative and disinfectant before less toxic alternatives emerged. It appears as a white crystalline solid and is soluble in water and ethanol. CAS: 7487-94-7, Molecular formula: Cl₂Hg, Molecular weight: 271.50 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Mercury (II) chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 50993163
CAS Number: 7487-94-7
IUPAC Name: dichloromercury
EC Number: 231-299-8
Molecular Formula: Cl2Hg
Molecular Weight: 271.50
Exact Mass: 271.9083
SMILES: Cl[Hg]Cl
InChIKey: LWJROJCJINYWOX-UHFFFAOYSA-L
InChI: InChI=1S/2ClH.Hg/h2*1H;/q;;+2/p-2
PubChem CID: 24085

Synonyms

Calochlor
Corrosive sublimate
Dichloromercury
Fungchex
Mercuric bichloride
MERCURIC CHLORIDE
Mercury bichloride
Mercury dichloride
Mercury perchloride
Sublimate

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: White orthombic crystals
Odour: Odorless
Melting Point: 276 °C
Boiling Point: 302 °C
Vapour Pressure: 0.1 Pa at 20 °C
Refractive Index: 1.859
log P (octanol/water): 0.22

Source: PubChem CID 24085 (HSDB, ICSC)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Mercury (II) chloride used for?

It is used in analytical chemistry as a reagent for detecting certain ions and in the synthesis of other mercury compounds.

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

The formula is Cl2Hg and the molecular weight is 271.50 g/mol.

How should Mercury (II) chloride be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from light and incompatible materials.

What grade of Mercury (II) chloride does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies Mercury (II) chloride in analytical grade.

Can Molekula supply Mercury (II) chloride in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Mercury (II) chloride in bulk quantities upon request.

What documentation comes with a purchase of Mercury (II) chloride?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.