Description

Bromoethylmercury is an organomercury compound with the chemical formula C2H5HgBr. This specialized chemical is valued for its role as a versatile reagent and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry, particularly in the formation of carbon-mercury bonds. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel materials, catalysts, and fine chemicals. Our supply of Bromoethylmercury CAS NO 107-26-6 is characterized by high purity and consistent quality to meet rigorous research and production demands.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex organomercury compounds and other metal-organic frameworks.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a precursor or catalyst component in specialized organic transformations and polymerization reactions.
• Material Science: Used in the research and development of advanced materials, including semiconductors and nanomaterials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a reference standard or reagent in analytical methods for mercury speciation and detection.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in exploratory medicinal chemistry for the synthesis of novel compounds in a controlled laboratory environment.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Investigated as a potential precursor for depositing thin films containing mercury in electronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromoethylmercury
CAS No.	107-26-6
Molecular Formula	C2H5BrHg
Molecular Weight	309.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylmercuric bromide; Bromo(ethyl)mercury; Ethylmercury bromide; Mercury, bromoethyl-; (Bromoethyl)mercury; NSC 8425; Ethyl mercury bromide; Bromoethyl mercury compound
EINECS	203-474-5

Quality Control

Our Bromoethylmercury is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements and support your quality management systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in darkness. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Keep under an inert atmosphere if specified for the grade.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Hg content)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 10 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents

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