Mormer's Reagent

  • CAS :
  • REF :
    25836
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QUANTITY PRICE ENQUIRY
500 ml Rs 850.0

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.