Description

Mercury Acetylide (Hg2C2) is a highly specialized inorganic compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and research. Its unique acetylide structure makes it a valuable precursor for the preparation of other organomercury compounds and for studies in coordination chemistry. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and specialized chemical manufacturers focused on novel material development and catalytic processes. The compound is supplied with a CAS number of 15501-41-4.

Application

• Precursor in the synthesis of complex organomercury compounds for research.
• Specialized reagent in coordination chemistry and catalyst development studies.
• Chemical intermediate for the preparation of advanced materials in laboratory-scale applications.
• Reference standard in analytical chemistry for method development and validation.
• Used in academic and industrial research exploring acetylide chemistry and reactivity.
• Component in specialized pyrotechnic or initiating compositions for research purposes (subject to strict regulatory controls).

Basic Information

Product Name	Mercury Acetylide
CAS No.	15501-41-4
Molecular Formula	Hg2C2
Molecular Weight	449.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Mercury(I) Acetylide; Mercurous Acetylide; Dicarbon Mercury(I); Acetylenediylbis(mercury); Ethynediylbis(mercury); Hg2C2; Mercury Carbide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Mercury Acetylide is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay and identification tests. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its properties of being strictly light-sensitive, easily oxidized, and hygroscopic, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a desiccator to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Hg2C2)	≥ 95.0%
Mercury Content	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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