Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)

Name: Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019729

About Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)

Listed under CAS 1344-48-5, Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) is a refractory / heavy metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula HgS, it has a molar mass of 232.66 g/mol. The IUPAC name is sulfanylidenemercury. It is also known as Mercury(II) sulfide or Mercury sulfide (HgS).

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span materials research and chemical synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 g packs, Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)
Catalogue No.	VQ-019729
CAS Number	1344-48-5
IUPAC name	sulfanylidenemercury
Molecular formula	HgS
Molecular weight	232.66 g/mol
Exact mass	233.9427
InChIKey	QXKXDIKCIPXUPL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	S=[Hg]
PubChem CID	62402

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	32.1 Å²
Synonyms	Mercury(II) sulfide, Mercury sulfide (HgS), Cinnabarite, Mercuric Sulfide Red, Ethiops mineral, Red cinnabar, Orange vermilion, Chinese vermilion, Scarlet vermilion, Vermilion (HgS), Mercury monosulfide, Monomercury sulfide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H413May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P261, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)?

The CAS Registry Number of Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) is 1344-48-5. It is also known as Mercury(II) sulfide, Mercury sulfide (HgS), Cinnabarite.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)?

Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) has the molecular formula HgS and a molecular weight of 232.66 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sulfanylidenemercury.

Which grade and pack sizes of Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) can I order?

We supply Mercuric (II) sulphide (red), in 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)?

Yes. Every lot of Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) be shipped internationally?

Yes. Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.