Mercuric Oxide Red 99% AR

  • CAS :
    21908-53-2
  • REF :
    25738
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100 gm Rs 6300.00
500 gm Rs 29320.00

Product Information

  • Formula: HgO
  • CAS: 21908-53-2
  • EC No.: 244-654-7
  • M (Molar Mass): 216.59 g/mol
  • D (Density): 11.1 g/cm³
  • mp (Melting Point): Decomposes at ~500 °C
  • bp (Boiling Point): Not applicable
  • Optical Rotation: Not applicable

Chemicals Properties

  • Assay (Iodometric): ≥ 99.0 % HgO
  • Appearance: Orange-red heavy crystalline powder.
  • Solubility in Dil. HNO₃: Passes test (forms clear solution).
  • Insoluble in Dil. Acid: ≤ 0.02 %
  • Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.005 %
  • Nitrate (NO₃): ≤ 0.005 %
  • Mercurous Compounds (as Hg₂²⁺): ≤ 0.2 %

Hazard Information

  • Hazard: Fatal if swallowed. Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • Safety: Handle in a fume hood. Avoid dust formation. Wear protective gloves and eye protection.
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, tightly closed, away from acids and reducing agents.