Description

4-(Chloromercuri)Benzenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt is an organomercury compound primarily utilized as a specialized reagent in analytical chemistry and biochemical research. Its value lies in its ability to act as a selective sulfhydryl group modifier, making it essential for protein structure-function studies and enzyme inhibition assays. This chemical is critical for researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors requiring precise biochemical analysis.

Application

• Biochemical Research Reagent: Used as a specific sulfhydryl (-SH) group modifying agent for studying protein structure, enzyme active sites, and thiol-disulfide interchange reactions.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed in the quantitative determination of thiol-containing compounds via titration or spectrophotometric methods.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Serves as a potent inhibitor for thiol-dependent enzymes, aiding in mechanistic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a specialized building block in the synthesis of certain organomercury compounds for research purposes.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: A key component in the formulation of specific diagnostic assays that rely on thiol group detection or blocking.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Chloromercuri)Benzenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	14110-97-5
Molecular Formula	C6H4ClHgNaO3S
Molecular Weight	415.20 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Chloromercuribenzenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium (4-Chloromercuri)benzenesulfonate; PCMBS; PCMB Sodium Salt; 4-Chloromercuriphenylsulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium p-Chloromercuribenzenesulfonate; (4-Chloromercuri)benzenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Benzenesulfonic Acid, 4-(chloromercuri)-, Sodium Salt
EINECS	237-979-1

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(Chloromercuri)Benzenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt is manufactured and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. 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.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, methanol
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	< 1.0%

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