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Mercury (II) chloride

SKU 90026547 CAS 7487-94-7 Available on enquiry

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Mercury (II) chloride is an inorganic compound primarily used as a catalyst in organic synthesis and as a laboratory reagent. Documented applications also include wood preservation, disinfectant and biocide formulations, and dry battery manufacturing, although many former uses have declined as less toxic alternatives emerged. This chemical is identified by CAS number 7487-94-7. 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: 90026547
CAS Number: 7487-94-7
IUPAC Name: dichloromercury
EC Number: 231-299-8
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?

Mercury (II) chloride is primarily used as a catalyst in organic synthesis, a reagent in analytical chemistry, and in the production of other mercury compounds.

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

The chemical formula is HgCl2 and it has a molecular weight of 271.50 g/mol.

How should Mercury (II) chloride be stored?

It should be stored in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances.

What grade of Mercury (II) chloride is available?

Please contact our sales team to confirm the current purity grades and specifications available for this product.

Can Molekula supply Mercury (II) chloride in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Mercury (II) chloride in various quantities, from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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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.