Phenyl mercury acetate, 99%

Name: Phenyl mercury acetate, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001253

About Phenyl mercury acetate, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Phenyl mercury acetate, an organometallic reagent registered under CAS number 62-38-4 at a purity of ≥99%. The compound has the formula C8H8HgO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 336.74 g/mol. Systematically, it is named acetyloxy(phenyl)mercury. Common synonyms include Phenylmercuric acetate and Mercury phenyl acetate.

The material typically appears as white to yellow powder to crystals. Literature values give a melting point of 148-151 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include carbon–carbon bond formation, grignard and organometallic chemistry, organic synthesis and catalysis. It is used across academic and industrial research and paints and coatings.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Phenyl mercury acetate in 25 g, 50 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Carbon–carbon bond formation
Grignard & organometallic chemistry
Organic synthesis
Catalysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Phenyl mercury acetate, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001253
CAS Number	62-38-4
IUPAC name	acetyloxy(phenyl)mercury
Molecular formula	C₈H₈HgO₂
Molecular weight	336.74 g/mol
Exact mass	338.0231
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	28521000
InChIKey	XEBWQGVWTUSTLN-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	CC(=O)O[Hg]C1=CC=CC=C1
PubChem CID	16682730

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to yellow powder to crystals
Melting point	148-151 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
UN number	UN 1674
Synonyms	Phenylmercuric acetate, Mercury phenyl acetate, Phenylmercury acetate, Dyanacide, Liquiphene, Mersolite, Nylmerate, Programin, Contra Creme, Fungicide R, Hong nien, mercuriphenyl acetate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P319, P321, P330, P363, P391, 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Phenyl mercury acetate, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Phenyl mercury acetate, 99% is 62-38-4. It is also known as Phenylmercuric acetate, Mercury phenyl acetate, Phenylmercury acetate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phenyl mercury acetate, 99%?

Phenyl mercury acetate, 99% has the molecular formula C8H8HgO2 and a molecular weight of 336.74 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is acetyloxy(phenyl)mercury.

Which grade and pack sizes of Phenyl mercury acetate, 99% can I order?

We supply Phenyl mercury acetate, 99% in (≥99%) grade, in 25 g, 50 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Phenyl mercury acetate, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Phenyl mercury acetate, 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 Phenyl mercury acetate, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Phenyl mercury acetate, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 1674), 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.