| Product Name | Mercury / Quicksilver |
| Chemical Formula | Hg |
| CAS No. | 7439-97-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 200.59 g/mol |
| Product Form | Silvery-white liquid metal, free-flowing at room temperature |
| Product Grade | Analytical Reagent (AR): Purity ≥99.9%, for laboratory analysis, catalysts, etc.Guaranteed Reagent (GR): Purity ≥99.99%, for precision analysis, high-end scientific research.Industrial Grade: Purity ≥99.5%, for instrument manufacturing, metallurgical extraction and other industrial uses. |
| Key Indicators | Purity: 99.9%–99.99% (depends on grade)Density (20℃): 13.54 g/mLMelting Point: -38.9℃Boiling Point: 356.5–357℃Vapor Pressure (20℃): 0.01 hPaNon-volatile Matter: ≤0.001%Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤0.00005%Iron (Fe) Content: ≤0.00005% |
| Physical Properties | Appearance: Silvery-white liquid metal with metallic lusterVolatility: Evaporates at room temperature; accelerates with rising temperatureSolubility: Insoluble in water, HCl, dilute H₂SO₄; soluble in concentrated HNO₃; readily soluble in aqua regia and concentrated H₂SO₄Conductivity: GoodAlloying: Forms amalgams with Au, Ag, Sn, Zn and many other metals |
| Product Features | Only liquid metal at room temperature with excellent fluidity; Silvery metallic luster; High volatility, continuous toxic vapor emission at room temperature; High density (13.54 g/mL, 13.5 times that of water); Easily forms amalgams; Good electrical and thermal conductivity; Bright mirror-like surface at high purity; Toxic, severely harmful to human nervous system and kidneys |
| Main Applications | Instrument Manufacturing: Thermometers, barometers, sphygmomanometers, vacuum pumps, flow meters, mercury switchesMetallurgical Extraction: Gold and silver extraction by amalgamationChemical Industry: Catalysts for oxidation reactions, chlor-alkali industry (brine electrolysis), mercury salts and mercury reagents productionLaboratory: Kjeldahl catalyst, dropping mercury electrode for polarography, blood non-protein nitrogen testElectrical Industry: Mercury arc rectifiers, mercury vapor lamps, quartz mercury lampsMilitary & Nuclear: Coolant for nuclear reactors, atomic radiation protection materialsMedical: Historically used (now strictly controlled); dental amalgam filling material |
| Packaging Method | Sealed special container (HDPE bottle or glass bottle) with iron drum or wooden case protectionCommon sizes: 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg, 2.5kgLarge packages use special sealed metal containers to prevent leakage |
| Storage Conditions | Sealed containers stored in cool, ventilated, special warehouse; Away from fire and heat sources, avoid direct sunlight; Separated from food, feed, acids and oxidizers; Mercury collection tray under containers to prevent spill spread; Regular mercury vapor concentration monitoring |
| Transportation Requirements | UN No.: 2809Hazard Class: Class 6.1 (Toxic), Class 8 (Corrosive)Special dangerous goods vehicles required; prevent package breakage and leakage; Shockproof, collision-proof, avoid high-temperature exposure; Strictly no mixed transport with food, feed or oxidizers |
| Quality Standard | GB/T 913-2012 Mercury for industrial useGB/T 1288-2011 Chemical reagent — MercuryCompliant with RoHS, REACH and other regulations |
| Testing Service | Certificate of Analysis (COA) provided with shipment; Third-party reports (SGS, ITS, etc.) available on request |
| Customization Service | Different purity grades (AR, GR, industrial) and package sizes available |
| Minimum Order Quantity | Lab grade: 100g–500g; Industrial: Negotiable |
| Delivery Time | Regular products: 7–15 working days |
| Payment Terms | T/T, L/C at sight |
