Product Description
Mercuric Chiloride is widely used as a antiseptic, disinfectant, fungicide, wood preservative. It is odourless crystalline solid white in colour. It is used in photography, disinfectants, wood preservatives and fungicides. Mercuric Chiloride is a highly toxic compound that volatizes slightly at ordinary temperature and appreciably at 100 degrees C.
Product details
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CAS No
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7487-94-7
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Country of Origin
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Made in India
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Physical state
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Powder
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Packaging Size
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25 gm
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Odour
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Odorless
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Colour
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White crystals
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Chemical formula
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HgCl2
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Packaging available like 100 gm, 500 gm , 1 Kg, 5 Kg etc.
Reliable Laboratory Chemical for Precise ResultsMercuric chloride is extensively used by scientists, analysts, and students in chemistry labs for its reliability and consistent performance. It plays a pivotal role in chemical synthesis and analytical procedures due to its purity and stable nature. The material's neutral pH in water makes it suitable for diverse applications, ensuring reproducible results and dependable analysis.
Safety and Storage GuidelinesGiven its classification as a toxic substance (Hazard Class: 6.1), careful handling of mercuric chloride is essential. Always use this chemical in a fume hood, avoiding direct contact and ingestion. Employ suitable personal protective equipment, and store it tightly sealed in a cool, dry area, away from incompatible chemicals. Proper storage helps to ensure both your safety and the product's longevity.
FAQ's of Mercuric Chiloride:
Q: How should mercuric chloride be handled in the laboratory?
A: Mercuric chloride must be handled strictly with personal protective equipment and in a well-ventilated area or fume hood. Avoid inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact, and always wash hands after handling.
Q: What are the recommended storage conditions for mercuric chloride?
A: Store mercuric chloride in a tightly closed container, placed in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances like strong bases, ammonia, and oxidizers to maintain its stability and shelf life.
Q: When is mercuric chloride typically used in chemical analysis?
A: Mercuric chloride is used in analytical procedures, laboratory syntheses, and research whenever high purity and reliable reactivity are required, offering consistent results in chemical assays.
Q: Where can mercuric chloride be procured and in what packaging sizes?
A: Mercuric chloride is available through distributors, importers, manufacturers, suppliers, and traders in India. Packaging is customizable and offered in HDPE or glass bottles suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Q: What is the process for disposing of mercuric chloride safely?
A: Dispose of mercuric chloride waste in accordance with local, regional, national, or international regulations, ensuring it does not contaminate water sources or the environment. Seek approval from your institutional safety officer before disposal.
Q: What are the benefits of using extra pure mercuric chloride in laboratory experiments?
A: EXTRA PURE mercuric chloride provides high purity and consistent physical properties, minimizing interference in sensitive chemical reactions and improving accuracy in analytical measurements.