Description

Bis(Salicylato)Mercury(II) is an organomercury compound where mercury is complexed with two salicylate ligands. This compound is valued for its specific reactivity and serves as a precursor or catalyst in specialized synthetic pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on advanced material science and the development of novel chemical entities.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized catalyst or reagent in organic synthesis, particularly for reactions involving mercury-mediated transformations.
• Research & Development: Serves as a critical precursor in academic and industrial laboratories for investigating new organometallic compounds and reaction mechanisms.
• Material Science: Used in the research phase for developing advanced materials, including potential applications in semiconductor or thin-film technology.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be employed as a standard or reference material in specific analytical methods for mercury detection or speciation studies.
• Specialty Catalysis: Investigated for use in niche catalytic processes where its unique structure provides specific activity or selectivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Salicylato)Mercury(II)
CAS No.	18918-17-7
Molecular Formula	C14H10HgO6
Molecular Weight	474.82 g/mol
Synonyms	Mercury(II) Salicylate; Mercuric Salicylate; Mercury Bis(salicylate); Salicylic Acid Mercury(II) Salt; Dimercury Disalicylate; Bis(2-hydroxybenzoato)mercury; 2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Mercury(II) Salt; Bis(o-hydroxybenzoato)mercury
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Salicylato)Mercury(II) is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques such as HPLC and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance 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 light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep 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 (Hg content)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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