Description

Mercurous Iodide is an inorganic compound with the formula Hg₂I₂, known for its photosensitive properties and distinctive yellow to yellowish-orange color. This material is valued for its role in specialized chemical synthesis and as a precursor in certain analytical and research applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and research laboratories in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and electronics sectors for precise formulation and development work.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent or catalyst in specific organic and inorganic synthesis processes.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used in the preparation of reagents for analytical testing and detection methods.
• Research & Development: Serves as a critical material in academic and industrial R&D for studying mercury chemistry and photochemical reactions.
• Electronic Materials: Investigated for potential use in the development of specialized semiconductors and sensor materials.
• Historical Pharmaceutical Preparations: Previously used in certain niche medicinal formulations; modern use requires strict regulatory compliance.
• Photographic & Imaging: Utilized in some traditional photographic processes due to its light-sensitive characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mercurous Iodide
CAS No.	7783-30-4
Molecular Formula	Hg₂I₂
Molecular Weight	654.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Mercury(I) iodide; Dimercury diiodide; Hydrargyrum iodatum; Yellow mercurous iodide; Mercurous iodide yellow; Hg2I2; Iodomercury(I); Diiododimercury
EINECS	231-873-8

Quality Control

Our Mercurous Iodide is produced and handled under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and relevant physical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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, strong oxidizing agents, and metals. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in darkness.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to yellowish-orange powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Hg₂I₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Mercuric Iodide (HgI₂)	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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