Product Overview
Mercuric Oxide, Red, Powder, Reagent, ACS Grade
Molecular Formula: HgO
CAS Number: 21908-53-2
Molecular Weight: 216.59
Mercuric Oxide, Red, Powder, Reagent, ACS, also known as mercury(II) oxide, is used to produce mercury as it decomposes quite easily and as a material for cathodes for mercury batteries. As an ACS grade quality reagent, its chemical specifications are the de facto standards for chemicals used in many high-purity applications and typically designate the highest quality chemical available for laboratory use. ScienceLab Reagent ACS grade products meet the toughest regulatory standards for quality and purity.
Synonyms: Mercury (II) Oxide
| TEST | MIN | MAX |
|---|---|---|
| ASSAY (HgO) | 99.0 % | |
| INSOLUBLE IN DILUTE HCl | 0.03 % | |
| RESIDUE AFTER REDUCTION | 0.025 % | |
| CHLORIDE (Cl) | 0.025 % | |
| SULFATES (SO4) | 0.015 % | |
| NITROGEN COMPOUNDS (as N) | 0.005 % | |
| IRON (Fe) | 0.005 % |
Shipping Information
DOT: UN1641, Mercury oxide, 6.1, PG II
Largest individual container shippable via:
UPS/FedEx Ground: 2.5 kg UPS Air: 1 kg FedEx Air: 2.5 kg
Tariff No. 2825909000
WARNING: Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Storage Information
LIGHT SENSITIVE: Keep tightly closed in light-resistant containers.
