Description

Chloro-m-Tolylmercury is an organomercury compound with the CAS number 5955-19-1, primarily utilized as a specialized reagent and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a precise mercury transfer agent, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures in research and development. This chemical is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in the fields of organometallic chemistry, materials science, and catalysis.

Application

• Organometallic Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent for the introduction of the m-tolylmercury moiety into target molecules.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a precursor or model compound in the study of mercury-containing catalytic systems.
• Materials Science: Used in the development of specialized materials and surface modifications where organomercury compounds are required.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic and organometallic compounds for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in environmental testing and toxicology studies related to organomercury species.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloro-m-Tolylmercury
CAS No.	5955-19-1
Molecular Formula	C7H7ClHg
Molecular Weight	343.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Methylphenyl)mercury chloride; m-Tolylmercuric Chloride; 3-Methylphenylmercury Chloride; Chloro(3-methylphenyl)mercury; Mercury, chloro(3-methylphenyl)-; Chloro-m-tolyl mercury; (3-Methylphenyl)chloromercury
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Chloro-m-Tolylmercury is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay and identification testing. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and acids. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Hg content)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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