Mercuric Chloride, also known as Mercury(II) Chloride, Dichloromercury, Sublimate, and Mercury Bichloride, appears as white, odorless hygroscopic crystals or powder having the chemical formula HgCl2 or Cl2Hg. It is insoluble in water and highly toxic that is able to volatize slightly at ambient conditions and appreciably at 100 o C.
Chemically pure or Laboratory reagents are the two terms often used to describe Lab Grade chemicals. Lab Grade chemicals do not meet any accepted quality or purity requirements such as the ACS Grade, the USP Grade, and the FCC Grade, despite their acceptable purity. Due to its high purity, this Lab Alley product is highly recommended for labs and commercial applications.
Mercury(II) chloride or mercuric chloride is the chemical compound of mercury and chlorine with the formula HgCl₂. It is white crystalline solid and is a laboratory reagent and a molecular compound that is very toxic to humans.
Common Uses
- Reagent
- Disinfectant
- Fungicide
Commercial/Industrial Application
- Photography
- Disinfectants
- Wood preservatives
- Catalyst
- Dry battery cases
Chemistry Table
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7487-94-7 |
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HgCl2
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271.50 |
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1624 |
ChemSpider ID |
22517 |
PubChem CID |
24085 |
Grade |
Lab |
Specifications
Molar Mass |
271.52 g/mol |
Boiling Point |
575.6°F (302°C) |
Density |
5.43 g/cm³ |