Mercury(II) chloride, ACS, 99.5% min, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Mercury(II) chloride is used as a catalyst in making plastics, depolarizer in batteries and as a reagent in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. It is also used to prepare an amalgam with metals such as aluminum, which finds application as reducing agent in organic synthesis. It also finds application in photography as a photographic intensifier. Further, it serves as a preservative and used in the treatment of syphilis. It is also used to remove dithiane groups bonded to a carbonyl in an umpolung reaction.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

• Boiling Point: 302°C
• Melting Point: 280°C to 282°C
• Color: White
• Physical Form: Powder
• Quantity: 25 g
• Assay Percent Range: 99.5% min.
• Solubility Information: Soluble in boiling water (solubility in cold water is increased by HCl or alkali chlorides),alcohol,glycerol,methanol,acetone,and ethyl acetateSoluble in water,alcohol,acetone and ethyl acetate. Slightly soluble in benzene,carbon disulfide and pyridine.
• Formula Weight: 271.5
• Grade: ACS
• Odor: Odorless
• Refractive Index: 1.859
• Appearance: White powder
• Vapor Pressure: 0.0001 hPa
• Density: 5.4 g/cm³ at 20°C
• Chemical Name or Material: Mercury(II) chloride

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H300-H310-H314-H335-H341-H361f-H372
Hazard Statement	Keep container in a well ventilated place. Keep away from combustible material. When using do not eat or drink. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
Precautionary Statement	P201-P202-P260-P262-P264b-P270-P281-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P330-P331-P363-P501c
DOTInformation	DOT Class: 6.1, Packaging Group: II
EINECSNumber	231-299-8
RTECSNumber	OV9100000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only