Mercury(II) sulphate
Mercury(II) sulfate
CAS: 7783-35-9
Molecular Formula: HgSO4
Mercury(II) sulphate - Names and Identifiers
| Name | Mercury(II) sulfate |
| Synonyms | Mercurysulfate MERCURIC SULFATE mercury sulphate Mercuric sulfate MERCURY BISULFATE MERCURIC SULPHATE MERCURY(+2)SULFATE Mercury(II) sulfate MERCURIC SULFATE TS Mercury(II) sulphate Mercury (II) sulfate MERCURY(II) SULFATE FOR ANALYSIS ACS |
| CAS | 7783-35-9 |
| EINECS | 231-992-5 |
| InChI | InChI=1/Hg.H2O4S/c;1-5(2,3)4/h;(H2,1,2,3,4)/q+2;/p-2 |
Mercury(II) sulphate - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | HgSO4 |
| Molar Mass | 296.65 |
| Density | 6.47 |
| Melting Point | °Cd ec.) |
| Boling Point | 615.95℃ |
| Water Solubility | decomposed in H2O to yellow insoluble basic sulfate and H2SO4; soluble HCl, hot dilute H2SO4, conc NaCl solution [MER06] |
| Solubility | Soluble in hot sulfuric acid and sodium chloride solution. Insoluble in alcohol, acetone and ammonia. |
| Vapor Presure | 0Pa at 25℃ |
| Appearance | Powder |
| Specific Gravity | 6.47 |
| Color | White to pale yellow |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Exposure Limit | ACGIH: TWA 0.025 mg/m3 (Skin)NIOSH: IDLH 10 mg/m3; TWA 0.05 mg/m3; Ceiling 0.1 mg/m3 |
| Merck | 14,5887 |
| PH | 1 (50g/l, H2O, 20℃) |
| Storage Condition | Store at RT. |
| Stability | Unstable. Incompatible with strong acids. Light and heat sensitive. |
| Sensitive | Hygroscopic |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | White particles or crystalline powder. The relative density was 6.47. Melting point (decomposition). When heat decomposition and yellow, then brown, but after cooling into white again. It decomposes when exposed to strong heat. In a small amount of water into a water, but in a large amount of water, especially when heated, it is decomposed into sulfuric acid and basic salts. Soluble in hydrochloric acid, hot dilute acid and concentrated sodium chloride solution. Insoluble in acetone and ammonia. |
| Use | Used in the preparation of calomel, Mercury, batteries, and as a catalyst in organic chemistry |
Mercury(II) sulphate - Risk and Safety
| 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. R51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R42/43 - May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. R36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin. R61 - May cause harm to the unborn child R60 - May impair fertility R46 - May cause heritable genetic damage R45 - May cause cancer R52/53 - Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R35 - Causes severe burns R23/24/25 - Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
| 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. S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S23 - Do not breathe vapour. S53 - Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S30 - Never add water to this product. |
| UN IDs | UN 1645 6.1/PG 2 |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| RTECS | OX0500000 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| HS Code | 28521000 |
| Hazard Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
Mercury(II) sulphate - Upstream Downstream Industry
| Raw Materials | Mercury Sulfuric acid Sodium hydroxide Nitric acid |
Mercury(II) sulphate - Nature
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white particles or crystalline powder. The relative density was 6. 47. Melting point (decomposition). When heat decomposition and yellow, then brown, but after cooling into white again. It decomposes when exposed to strong heat. In a small amount of water into a water, but in a large amount of water, especially when heated, it is decomposed into sulfuric acid and basic salts. Soluble in hydrochloric acid, hot dilute acid and concentrated sodium chloride solution. Insoluble in acetone and ammonia.
Last Update：2024-01-02 23:10:35
Mercury(II) sulphate - Preparation Method
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mercury sulfate was prepared by reacting mercuric yellow oxide with sulfuric acid solution, concentrating by evaporation, cooling and filtering.
Last Update：2022-01-01 11:04:23
Mercury(II) sulphate - Use
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for the extraction of gold and silver from chalcopyrite. Catalysts for the production of acetaldehyde from acetylene. Battery electrolyte. General reagents for the determination of barbiturates and cystine. It is also used in the pharmaceutical industry.
Last Update：2022-01-01 11:04:23
Mercury(II) sulphate - Safety
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glass bottles, 500g net weight per bottle. Concentrate on the bedding in the wood box. Risk code: toxic and hazardous products. GB 6.1 class 61509. UN No. 6187; IMDG CODE P. 6.1, class 3 is stored in a cool, ventilated warehouse. Sealed storage. With Isolation of edible raw materials for storage and transportation. Light loading and light unloading during handling to prevent damage to the container. Fire, water, sand, carbon dioxide fire extinguishing. Fire-fighting personnel should, however, wear protective equipment and gas masks. Highly toxic. Rat oral LD50:57mg/kg. Patients who inhale vapor should be removed from the contaminated area, placed to rest and kept warm. Eyes were irritated and rinsed with water for 15min. Severe cases were diagnosed and treated. Skin contact is first rinsed with water and then thoroughly washed with soap. The patient immediately gargled and sent to the hospital for treatment.
Last Update：2022-01-01 11:04:24
Mercury(II) sulphate - Reference Information
| LogP | -0.07 at 25℃ |
| EPA chemical substance information | information provided by: ofmpeb.epa.gov (external link) |
| toxicity | high toxicity. Rat oral LD5057 mg/kg. Patients who inhale human vapor should be removed from the contaminated area and placed to rest and keep warm. Eyes were irritated and washed with water for 15 min. Severe cases were diagnosed and treated. Skin contact is first rinsed with water and then thoroughly washed with soap. The patient immediately gargled and sent to the hospital for treatment. |
| Use | for the extraction of gold and silver from chalcopyrite. Catalysts for the production of acetaldehyde from acetylene. Battery electrolyte. General reagents for the determination of barbiturates and cystine. It is also used in the pharmaceutical industry. when used as catalyst in the determination of nitrogen, it is also used in the pharmaceutical industry for the preparation of calomel, ascending Mercury, batteries, and as a catalyst for organic synthesis for the preparation of calomel, ascending Mercury, batteries, and used as organic chemistry catalyst determination of barbiturate and cystine. Calomel, mercuric chloride, and batteries were prepared and used as catalysts for the hydration of ethylene to acetaldehyde. |
| production method | mercury sulfate is prepared by reacting mercuric yellow oxide with sulfuric acid solution, concentrating by evaporation, cooling and filtering. HgO H2SO4 → HgSO4 H2O |
| category | toxic substances |
| toxicity grade | highly toxic |
| Acute toxicity | oral-rat LD50: 57 mg/kg; Oral-mouse LD50: 25 mg/kg |
| flammability hazard characteristics | non-combustible; Thermal decomposition of toxic mercury vapor |
| storage and transportation characteristics | warehouse ventilation and low-temperature drying; Separate from food storage and transportation |
| extinguishing agent | water, sand |
| Occupational Standard | TLV-TWA 0.1 mg (Mercury)/m3; Tel 0.15 mg (Mercury)/M3 |
| spontaneous combustion temperature | >450°C |
| toxic substance data | information provided by: pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov (external link) |
Last Update：2024-04-10 22:29:15
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