Description

Mercury(II) Sulfate is an inorganic salt of mercury, widely recognized for its role as a powerful oxidizing agent and catalyst in various chemical syntheses. Its high reactivity makes it a critical reagent for specific, high-value industrial and laboratory processes where precise control is paramount. This compound is essential for manufacturers and research facilities in the chemical, analytical, and specialty materials sectors.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Catalyst: Used as a catalyst in organic oxidation reactions, such as the conversion of acetylene to acetaldehyde (historically in the Kucherov reaction).
• Analytical Reagent: Employed in analytical chemistry for the determination of chloride ions and as a component in specific titrimetric methods.
• Battery Electrolyte Component: Utilized in the formulation of specialized battery systems, including certain mercury-based and zinc-carbon batteries.
• Laboratory Research: Serves as a starting material or reagent in inorganic and organometallic research for preparing other mercury compounds.
• Industrial Process Chemical: Applied in specific niche industrial processes, including surface treatment and the manufacturing of pigments or other metal salts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mercury(II) Sulfate
CAS No.	7783-35-9
Molecular Formula	HgSO4
Molecular Weight	296.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Mercuric sulfate; Mercury bisulfate; Sulfuric acid, mercury(2+) salt (1:1); Mercuric persulfate; Quecksilbersulfat (German)
EINECS	231-992-5

Quality Control

Our Mercury(II) Sulfate is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and our quality assurance includes rigorous testing for parameters such as assay, heavy metal impurities, and loss on drying. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystals or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HgSO4)	≥ 98.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.02 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001 %
Nitrate (NO3)	≤ 0.005 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Other Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %

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