Description

Phenylmercurypropionate is an organomercury compound with significant industrial utility. This chemical serves as a highly effective preservative and fungicidal agent, valued for its potent biocidal properties. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the wood treatment, paint, and specialty chemical formulation industries where microbial and fungal control is critical.

Application

• Wood Preservative: Used as a fungicide in pressure-treated lumber and wood products to prevent rot and decay.
• Paint and Coating Additive: Acts as a powerful in-can preservative and dry-film fungicide in water-based and solvent-based formulations.
• Industrial Biocide: Employed in cooling water systems, pulp and paper mills, and other industrial processes to control microbial growth.
• Seed Treatment: Historically used as a fungicidal dressing for agricultural seeds to protect against soil-borne diseases.
• Laboratory Research: Serves as a reagent and reference standard in chemical synthesis and toxicological studies.
• Adhesive and Polymer Stabilizer: Incorporated to prevent microbial degradation in adhesive and polymer emulsions during storage.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenylmercurypropionate
CAS No.	103-27-5
Molecular Formula	C9H10HgO2
Molecular Weight	350.78 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenylmercuric Propionate; Phenylmercury Propanoate; Mercury, (acetatophenyl)-; (Acetato)phenylmercury; Phenylmercuric Acetate, Propionate Derivative; PMP; NSC 1761; Mercuriphenyl propionate
EINECS	203-094-7

Quality Control

Our Phenylmercurypropionate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications, with purity typically exceeding 98%. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	70 - 74 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.