Mercuric oxide, red, 99%

Name: Mercuric oxide, red, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014938

About Mercuric oxide, red, 99%

Listed under CAS 21908-53-2, Mercuric oxide, red is a refractory / heavy metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals in Extra Pure grade, specified at 99% purity. Formula HgO, molecular weight 216.59 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is oxomercury. Common synonyms include Mercury(II) oxide and Red Precipitate.

In its supplied form it is a red to orange powder to crystalline powder. Literature values give a density of 11.14 g/cm3. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include paints, coatings and inks and battery and energy materials. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

Available in 50 g, 100 g, 500 g and 25 kg packs, Mercuric oxide, red is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Paints, coatings & inks
Battery & energy materials

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Mercuric oxide, red, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-014938
CAS Number	21908-53-2
IUPAC name	oxomercury
Molecular formula	HgO
Molecular weight	216.59 g/mol
Exact mass	217.9656
Grade	Extra Pure
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	28521000
InChIKey	UKWHYYKOEPRTIC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	O=[Hg]
PubChem CID	30856

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Red to orange powder to crystalline powder
Density	11.14 g/cm3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
UN number	UN 1641
Synonyms	Mercury(II) oxide, Mercuric oxide, red, Red Precipitate, Red mercuric oxide, Mercury oxide (HgO), Mercuric oxide, yellow, Santar M, Yellow precipitate, Mercuric oxide red, Natural montroydite, Mercury(2+) oxide, Red oxide of mercury

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H300Fatal if swallowed
H310Fatal in contact with skin
H330Fatal if inhaled
H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P262, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P316, P319, P320, P321, P330, P361 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405, 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

Other grades of CAS 21908-53-2

AR

Mercuric oxide, red, GR 99%+

CAS: 21908-53-2
Formula: HgO
MW: 216.59 g/mol

VQ-014939

Extra Pure

Mercuric oxide, yellow, 99%

CAS: 21908-53-2
Formula: HgO
MW: 216.59 g/mol

VQ-014940

AR

Mercuric oxide, yellow, GR 99%+

CAS: 21908-53-2
Formula: HgO
MW: 216.59 g/mol

VQ-014941

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Mercuric oxide, red, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Mercuric oxide, red, 99% is 21908-53-2. It is also known as Mercury(II) oxide, Mercuric oxide, red, Red Precipitate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mercuric oxide, red, 99%?

Mercuric oxide, red, 99% has the molecular formula HgO and a molecular weight of 216.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is oxomercury.

Which grade and pack sizes of Mercuric oxide, red, 99% can I order?

We supply Mercuric oxide, red, 99% in Extra Pure (99%) grade, in 50 g, 100 g, 500 g, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Mercuric oxide, red, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Mercuric oxide, red, 99% 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 oxide, red, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Mercuric oxide, red, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 1641), 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.