Description

Mercury Gluconate is a coordination compound of mercury and gluconic acid, identified by CAS NO 63937-14-4. This specialized chemical is valued for its controlled release of mercury ions, making it a critical precursor in advanced material synthesis and niche catalytic processes. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, specialty catalysts, and analytical reagent development.

Application

• Electrochemical Research: Used as a precursor for mercury-containing electrodes or in studies of electrochemical deposition and sensing.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a mercury source in the preparation of specialized catalysts for organic synthesis and industrial chemical processes.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a reagent or standard in specific analytical methods and titration procedures.
• Material Science: Acts as a starting material in the development of functional materials and coatings with specific metallic properties.
• Preservative Studies: Investigated in controlled laboratory settings for historical or comparative studies on antimicrobial efficacy.
• Chemical Intermediate: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of other organomercury compounds for specialized applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mercury Gluconate
CAS No.	63937-14-4
Molecular Formula	C12H22HgO14 (Typical for dimer)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Mercury(II) Gluconate; Mercuric Gluconate; Gluconic Acid Mercury Salt; Dimercury Bis(D-gluconate); Bis(D-gluconato-O1,O2)mercury
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Mercury Gluconate is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay and impurity profiling, to meet the exacting requirements of research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, heavy metal limits, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, reducing agents, and foodstuffs. Due to its mercury content, handle with appropriate engineering controls and personal protective equipment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Hg content)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in water (tested)

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