Description

Diphenylmercury is an organomercury compound with the chemical formula (C₆H₅)₂Hg. This compound serves as a versatile reagent and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial chemists working in the fields of catalysis and specialty chemical manufacturing. Its unique structure makes it valuable for constructing complex molecular architectures and studying organometallic reaction mechanisms.

Application

• As a precursor or catalyst in organic synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• In materials science research for the development of novel organometallic complexes.
• As a standard or reference material in analytical chemistry and spectroscopy.
• For academic and industrial R&D into mercury-containing compounds and their properties.
• In specialized chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes for thin-film materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Diphenylmercury
CAS No.	587-85-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀Hg
Molecular Weight	354.80 g/mol
Synonyms	Mercury, diphenyl-; Diphenyl mercury; Phenylmercury; (Phenyl)mercury; Bis(phenyl)mercury; DPM; Phenylmercuric; Mercurydiphenyl
EINECS	209-608-6

Quality Control

Our Diphenylmercury is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and tendency to be easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere), it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	121 - 125 °C

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