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Mercury(II) chloride, ACS, 99.5% min, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
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.
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Specifications
Boiling Point
302°C
Melting Point
280°C to 282°C
Color
White
Physical Form
Powder
Quantity
100 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
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
RUO – Research Use Only
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