Description

Mercuric Nitrate, Monohydrate is an inorganic mercury salt primarily used as a potent oxidizing agent and a source of mercury(II) ions in specialized chemical syntheses. Its high reactivity makes it a critical reagent for precise laboratory work and niche industrial processes where controlled oxidation is required. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in analytical chemistry, catalyst preparation, and the synthesis of other mercury compounds.

Application

• Oxidizing agent in specialized organic synthesis and research chemistry.
• Precursor for the preparation of other mercury salts and coordination complexes.
• Reagent in analytical chemistry for specific titration and detection methods.
• Used in the manufacturing of certain catalysts and initiators for polymerization.
• Component in historical processes for mercury plating and felt production (with modern safety controls).
• Starting material for the synthesis of pigments and dyes in controlled environments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mercuric Nitrate, Monohydrate
CAS No.	127026-24-8
Molecular Formula	Hg(NO3)2·H2O
Molecular Weight	342.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Mercury(II) nitrate monohydrate; Mercuric nitrate hydrate; Nitric acid, mercury(2+) salt, monohydrate; Mercury dinitrate monohydrate; Mercuric nitrate (1:2) monohydrate; Hg(NO3)2.H2O
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Quality Control

Our Mercuric Nitrate, Monohydrate is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters is provided with each 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 hygroscopic and light-sensitive nature, and because it is easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or slightly yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Hg(NO3)2·H2O)	≥ 98.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.002 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Other Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %

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