Description

Calomel is a white, odorless, crystalline powder with the chemical name mercury(I) chloride. This inorganic compound is valued for its specific chemical properties, including its low solubility in water and its historical and niche industrial applications. It is primarily utilized in specialized chemical synthesis, reference electrode manufacturing, and certain traditional applications. Our supply of Calomel CAS NO 7546-30-7 ensures high purity and consistent quality for demanding industrial and research needs.

Application

• Reference Electrodes: A key component in the construction of calomel reference electrodes (SCE) used in electrochemistry and pH measurement.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a reagent or catalyst precursor in specific organic and inorganic synthesis processes.
• Pyrotechnics: Used in certain pyrotechnic compositions to produce specific visual effects.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard and reagent in research and quality control laboratories.
• Historical/Traditional Uses: Previously used in medicine and as a fungicide; now of interest for historical research and conservation studies.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in semiconductor research and other advanced material applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calomel
CAS No.	7546-30-7
Molecular Formula	Hg2Cl2 or Cl2Hg2
Molecular Weight	472.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Mercury(I) chloride; Mercurous chloride; Dimercury dichloride; Mild mercury chloride; Mercury monochloride; Horn quicksilver; Calogreen; Calochlor
EINECS	231-415-4

Quality Control

Our Calomel is manufactured and tested under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, heavy metal content, and physical properties. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White, crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Hg2Cl2)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Mercury (II) Content	≤ 0.5%
Water Solubility	Practically insoluble

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