Description

o-(Hydroxymercuri)Benzoic Acid Anhydride is a specialized organomercury compound primarily used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis and research chemistry. This compound matters for its unique reactivity, particularly in electrophilic aromatic substitution and as a precursor for other mercurated compounds. It is needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical development labs, and specialty chemical manufacturers working on catalyst development, material science, and the synthesis of complex organic molecules.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a crucial building block for the preparation of more complex organomercury compounds.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms involving electrophilic aromatic mercuration.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing catalysts used in specific organic transformations.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in the exploratory synthesis of novel drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Material Science: Investigated for potential applications in creating functionalized polymers or advanced materials.
• Analytical Reagent: May be used as a specialized reagent in analytical chemistry for detection or complexation purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-(Hydroxymercuri)Benzoic Acid Anhydride
CAS No.	5722-59-8
Molecular Formula	C14H10HgO3
Molecular Weight	442.83 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymercurio)benzoic Acid Anhydride; o-(Hydroxymercuri)benzoic Anhydride; Bis[2-(hydroxymercurio)benzoic] Acid Anhydride; Mercuribenzoic Acid Anhydride; 2-Carboxyphenylmercuric Hydroxide Anhydride; (2-Carboxyphenyl)hydroxymercury Anhydride; o-Hydroxymercuribenzoic Acid Anhydride
EINECS	227-243-8

Quality Control

Our o-(Hydroxymercuri)Benzoic Acid Anhydride is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and identification. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be kept in secondary packaging or a dark storage cabinet. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 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.