Description

Methylmercury(II) Hydroxide is a highly reactive organomercury compound primarily used as a specialized reagent in advanced chemical synthesis and research. Its significance lies in its role as a potent methylating agent and a precursor for other organomercury species, which are critical in studying mercury's environmental impact and toxicology. This compound is essential for researchers in environmental science, analytical chemistry, and specialized organic synthesis laboratories focusing on organometallic chemistry.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a key methylating agent and precursor in the preparation of other organomercury compounds for research purposes.
• Environmental Toxicology Research: Used as a reference standard and model compound to study the bioaccumulation, metabolism, and toxic effects of methylmercury in ecosystems.
• Analytical Chemistry Standard: Serves as a high-purity calibration standard for analytical techniques like HPLC, GC-MS, and atomic absorption spectroscopy used in mercury speciation analysis.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated for potential applications in specialized catalytic processes within organometallic chemistry research.
• Material Science Studies: Utilized in research for the development of mercury-containing semiconductors or nanomaterials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylmercury(II) Hydroxide
CAS No.	1184-57-2
Molecular Formula	CH3HgOH
Molecular Weight	232.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Methylmercuric Hydroxide; Hydroxy(methyl)mercury; Methanemercury hydroxide; Methyl Mercury Hydroxide; Monomethylmercury Hydroxide; CH3HgOH; (Hydroxy)methylmercury; Methylmercury(1+) hydroxide
EINECS	214-668-7

Quality Control

Our Methylmercury(II) Hydroxide is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant guidelines for handling hazardous materials, and our quality system supports traceability for all products.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its properties of being strictly light-sensitive, easily oxidized, and highly volatile, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C. Keep away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Mercury Content	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in polar organic solvents

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