Description

Phenylmercuric Iodide is an organomercury compound primarily valued for its biocidal and catalytic properties. This chemical is a critical reagent in specialized organic synthesis and serves as a potent fungicide and preservative in industrial applications. It is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking high-purity intermediates and effective antimicrobial agents.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or reagent in specific organic transformations, including addition and cyclization reactions.
• Industrial Biocide & Preservative: Used as a fungicide and bactericide in coatings, paints, and adhesives to prevent microbial degradation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of certain organomercury pharmaceutical compounds for research purposes.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in analytical chemistry and research laboratories as a standard or specific reagent.
• Historical Seed Treatment: Previously used in agriculture as a seed disinfectant; modern use is highly restricted and subject to stringent regulations.
• Polymer Additive: Functions as a stabilizer or catalyst in specific polymerization processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenylmercuric Iodide
CAS No.	823-04-1
Molecular Formula	C6H5HgI
Molecular Weight	404.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenylmercury iodide; Mercury, iodophenyl-; (Iodomercurio)benzene; Phenylmercuric Iodide; PMI; Merphenyl iodide; NSC 9576; Phenylmercury(II) iodide
EINECS	212-531-1

Quality Control

Our Phenylmercuric Iodide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is tested against rigorous in-house specifications, which typically include assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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 light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or kept in darkness. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to yellow-orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Hg Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Melting Point	245 - 250 °C (dec.)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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