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Mercury(II) oxide, yellow, Reagent Grade
Description
Used as a chemical intermediate for mercury salts, organic mercury compounds, and chlorine monoxide, antiseptic in pharmaceuticals, component of dry cell batteries, pigment and glass modifier, fungicide, preservative in cosmetics, analytical reagent, formerly used in antifouling paints.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 500°C (decomposition) |
| Color | Yellow |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| UN Number | UN1641 |
| Merck Index | 14,5883 |
| Solubility Information | Insoluble in water alcohol,ether,acetone,alkali,ammonia.Soluble in most acids. |
| Formula Weight | 216.59 |
| Grade | Reagent |
| Odor | Odorless |
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