| Name | MERCUROUS NITRATE |
| Synonyms | MERCUY NITRATE MERCUROUS NITRATE MERCURY (I) NITRATE Mercury nitrate dihydrate Nitric acid, mercury(1+) salt, monohydrate |
| CAS | 7782-86-7 |
| EINECS | 233-886-4 |
| Molecular Formula | H3HgNO4 |
| Molar Mass | 281.62 |
| Density | 4.78 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Melting Point | 70°C |
| Appearance | Powder/Solid |
| Specific Gravity | 4.79 |
| Color | White to yellow |
| Storage Condition | Poison room |
| Stability | Stable, but may be sensitive to light or moisture. Strong oxidizer. Incompatible with combustible materials, reducing agents. |
| Use | Use analysis is used to determine halide ions. Pharmaceuticals, used as oxidants and analytical reagents. |
| Risk Codes | R26/27/28 - Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R33 - Danger of cumulative effects R50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
| Safety Description | S13 - Keep away from food, drink and animal foodstuffs. S28 - After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) S60 - This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets. |
| UN IDs | UN 1627 6.1/PG 2 |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| HS Code | 28521000 |
| EPA chemical information | Mercurous nitrate, monohydrate (7782-86-7) |