Description

Mercury Oxides are a class of inorganic compounds primarily composed of mercury and oxygen, with CAS NO 12653-71-3 representing a key identifier for procurement and regulatory purposes. These compounds are valued in industrial processes for their specific chemical reactivity and catalytic properties. They are essential raw materials for manufacturers in sectors such as battery production, specialty catalysts, and chemical synthesis, where precise material characteristics are critical.

Application

• Primary Battery Manufacturing: A key component in the formulation of specific mercury-based battery systems.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Used as a precursor or active component in catalysts for specialized organic oxidation reactions.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a starting material in the synthesis of other mercury compounds and organometallics.
• Analytical Reagent: Employed in laboratory settings for specific titrations and analytical procedures.
• Pigment and Colorant Production: Historically used in the creation of certain red and orange pigments, though use is now highly restricted.
• Antifouling Agents: Used in specialized marine coatings, subject to stringent environmental regulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mercury Oxides
CAS No.	12653-71-3
Molecular Formula	HgO (Mercuric Oxide)
Molecular Weight	216.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Mercuric Oxide; Mercury(II) Oxide; Red Mercury Oxide; Yellow Mercury Oxide; Mercury Monoxide; Hydrargyrum Oxydatum; Montroydite; Santar
EINECS	235-098-7

Quality Control

Our Mercury Oxides are produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and 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 such as strong acids, reducing agents, and organic compounds. Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, long-term storage under an inert atmosphere is recommended to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red or Yellow Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HgO)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.05%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.02%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.005%

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