Description

Naphthenic Acids, Mercury Salts is a specialized organometallic compound where mercury is complexed with naphthenic acid derivatives. This product is valued for its unique catalytic and biocidal properties in specific industrial processes. It serves as a critical intermediate or additive in sectors requiring precise metal-organic chemistry, such as specialized polymer synthesis and historical preservative formulations. The compound is identified by CAS No. 1336-96-5.

Application

• Catalyst precursor or co-catalyst in specialized organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Historical use as a fungicide or preservative in wood treatment and marine paints (subject to strict regulatory controls).
• Research and development chemical for studying organomercury compounds and their reactivity.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of other metal naphthenates or for mercury recovery processes.
• Additive in extreme-pressure lubricants and corrosion inhibitors for specific industrial machinery.
• Laboratory reagent for analytical chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Naphthenic Acids, Mercury Salts
CAS No.	1336-96-5
Molecular Formula	Variable (Complex mixture of CnH2n-2O2Hg)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Mercury Naphthenate; Naphthenic Acid Mercury Salt; Mercury(II) Naphthenate; Mercuric Naphthenate; Naphthenate, Mercury; Mercury Soap; Heavy Naphthenate
EINECS	215-659-1

Quality Control

Our Naphthenic Acids, Mercury Salts is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Quality is verified through analytical methods including titration for metal content and spectroscopic analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with each shipment to ensure compliance with your technical requirements.

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 sensitivity, the product should be kept under an inert atmosphere if specified and handled with appropriate precautions for mercury-containing compounds. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Viscous liquid or semi-solid
Color	Brown to dark brown
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Hg Content)	Contact for details
Viscosity	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents

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