Description

Methylmercury 2,3-Dihydroxypropylmercaptide CAS NO 2597-95-7 is a specific organomercury compound primarily used as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis and research. This compound is valued for its role in the development of specialized reagents and in studies related to mercury chemistry and toxicology. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of analytical chemistry, environmental science, and specialized organic synthesis where precise mercury-containing structures are required.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing more complex organomercury compounds and coordination complexes.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for studying mercury's chemical behavior, reaction mechanisms, and ligand properties.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity standard for calibrating equipment and developing methods in environmental and toxicological analysis.
• Specialty Reagent Production: Employed in the manufacture of reagents for specific chemical transformations or detection assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylmercury 2,3-Dihydroxypropylmercaptide
CAS No.	2597-95-7
Molecular Formula	C4H10HgO2S
Molecular Weight	322.78 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl(2,3-dihydroxypropylthio)mercury; Methylmercuric 2,3-dihydroxypropyl mercaptide; (2,3-Dihydroxypropylthio)methylmercury; 1-Mercapto-2,3-propanediol methylmercury derivative; Methylmercury S-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl) mercaptide; MeHg-DHPM
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methylmercury 2,3-Dihydroxypropylmercaptide is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research applications. All materials are accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant guidelines for handling and documenting high-purity research chemicals.

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 the light-sensitive nature and toxicity of organomercury compounds, appropriate safety measures must be observed.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.