Description

2-(Hydroxymercuri)Benzoic Acid is a specialized organomercury compound with significant utility in synthetic organic chemistry and as a reagent in specific analytical procedures. Its value lies in its unique reactivity, particularly in electrophilic aromatic substitution and as a precursor for other mercury-containing compounds. This chemical is primarily sought by research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors, where it serves as a critical intermediate for synthesizing novel molecules and developing specialized analytical methods.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a key reagent in the preparation of other organomercury compounds and complex organic molecules.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms involving mercury or for creating specialized molecular libraries.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed in specific titrimetric or colorimetric analytical methods for the detection or quantification of other substances.
• Catalyst Precursor: Can serve as a precursor for catalysts used in niche organic transformations.
• Historical Preservative Formulation: Historically used in certain preservative applications, though modern use is heavily regulated and primarily for research into safer alternatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Hydroxymercuri)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	14066-61-6
Molecular Formula	C7H6HgO3
Molecular Weight	338.71 g/mol
Synonyms	o-(Hydroxymercuri)benzoic Acid; 2-Carboxyphenylmercuric Hydroxide; (2-Carboxyphenyl)hydroxymercury; Hydroxy(2-carboxyphenyl)mercury; Mercuric Salicylate (related compound); Mercury Salicylate; HMB Acid; o-Hydroxymercuribenzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Hydroxymercuri)Benzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place, ideally at 15-25°C. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Mercury Content	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Contact for details

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