Mormer's Reagent

  • CAS :
    NA
  • REF :
    25836
QUANTITY PRICE ENQUIRY
500 ml Rs 780.00

Product Information

  • Formula: HgO in H₂SO₄ (Mercuric oxide in sulfuric acid)
  • CAS: N/A (Mixture)
  • EC No.: N/A (Mixture)
  • M (Molar Mass): N/A (Solution)
  • D (Density): ~1.2-1.4 g/cm³ (approx.)
  • mp (Melting Point): Not applicable
  • bp (Boiling Point): Not applicable
  • Optical Rotation: Not applicable

Chemicals Properties

  • Assay: Complies with performance test for unsaturated compounds (e.g., acetylene).
  • Appearance: Yellow to orange solution (due to dissolved HgO).
  • Sensitivity Test: With a sample containing acetylene, produces a yellow to orange-red precipitate (mercuric acetylide).
  • Composition: Saturated solution of yellow mercuric oxide in concentrated sulfuric acid.
  • Hazard Note: Contains mercury and strong acid.

Hazard Information

  • Hazard: Oxidizing. Fatal if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • Safety: POISON. Handle with extreme care in a fume hood. Wear acid-resistant protective clothing, gloves, and eye/face protection.
  • Storage: Store in a glass container, in a cool, dark, well-ventilated place, tightly closed, and clearly labeled.