Mercuric Chloride

Product Code : SCL-LC-12179

The Mercuric Chloride Lab Reagent is a highly toxic inorganic mercury compound used only in authorised chemistry, analytical and research laboratories where the approved method specifically requires HgCl₂. It is intended for trained laboratory personnel with verified SDS, exposure controls, mercury-waste procedures and compliant storage.

Product Description

Mercuric Chloride from Science Lab Supplies is positioned as a restricted laboratory chemical for controlled institutional procurement. The supplied product name confirms the chemical identity, but pack size, assay, grade, batch number, SDS and Certificate of Analysis must be verified before final catalogue publication.

Mercuric chloride is also known as mercury(II) chloride, mercury bichloride and corrosive sublimate. It has formula HgCl₂ and CAS number 7487-94-7. Because it contains mercury and presents severe acute, chronic and environmental hazards, it is not suitable for unsupervised student handling or general classroom demonstrations.

Key Features

• Defined chemical identity: mercuric chloride, HgCl₂, CAS 7487-94-7.
• Restricted laboratory reagent: for authorised analytical, chemistry and research use only.
• Pack size to confirm: bottle quantity or net weight must be verified before publishing.
• Grade to confirm: do not claim LR, AR, ACS or analytical grade without documentation.
• High-toxicity handling: requires SDS review, PPE, exposure controls and controlled access.
• Mercury-waste requirement: residues and contaminated materials must be collected as hazardous mercury-containing waste.
• Documentation required: SDS, COA, batch details, hazard label and regulatory classification should be confirmed before supply.

Technical Specifications

What's Included in the Kit

• Mercuric Chloride container, pack size
• Product label with batch, grade and hazard information
• Safety Data Sheet
• Certificate of Analysis
• Outer packaging, tamper seal and export documentation

Applications / Uses

• Authorised analytical chemistry procedures where mercuric chloride is specified
• Controlled inorganic mercury chemistry work in approved laboratories
• Research applications requiring documented CAS 7487-94-7 supply
• Reference reagent use only where permitted by institutional chemical-safety policy
• Training on restricted toxic reagent labelling, storage and disposal controls
• Institutional procurement requiring verified SDS, COA and hazardous-chemical documentation

How to Use the Mercuric Chloride

1. Verify the label, CAS number, grade, batch number, expiry date and container condition before use.
2. Read the current Safety Data Sheet and institutional mercury-handling procedure.
3. Use only in an authorised laboratory area with trained supervision and exposure controls.
4. Wear chemical-resistant gloves, eye protection, lab coat and respiratory protection where required by the SDS.
5. Dispense only the minimum required quantity using clean, compatible tools.
6. Avoid dust generation, inhalation, ingestion, skin contact and eye contact.
7. Close the container immediately after dispensing and return it to restricted storage.
8. Collect all residues and contaminated materials as hazardous mercury-containing waste.

Safety note: Mercuric chloride is highly toxic and environmentally hazardous. Do not use it for unauthorised demonstrations, casual classroom work, medical use, disinfectant use or disposal into drains. Keep away from food areas, drains, incompatible metals and unauthorised users.

Care & Maintenance

• Store tightly closed in the original, clearly labelled container.
• Keep in restricted chemical storage, protected from light and incompatible metals.
• Use secondary containment and prevent release to drains or the environment.
• Do not use if the container is damaged, leaking, unlabelled, contaminated or beyond verified shelf life.

Why Choose Science Lab Supplies

Science Lab Supplies manufactures and exports scientific laboratory instruments, lab experiment setups, science kits, mathematics kits, didactic models and STEM models. For restricted laboratory chemicals, the product page should be published only with verified pack size, assay, SDS, COA and batch documentation. The brand supports educational institutions, laboratories, distributors and tender buyers requiring documented scientific supplies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mercuric Chloride Lab Reagent used for?

Mercuric Chloride Lab Reagent is used only in authorised laboratories for controlled analytical, inorganic mercury and research procedures where the approved method specifically requires HgCl₂.

What is the CAS number of mercuric chloride?

The CAS number of mercuric chloride, also called mercury(II) chloride, is 7487-94-7.

What is the chemical formula of mercuric chloride?

The chemical formula of mercuric chloride is HgCl₂.

Is mercuric chloride hazardous?

Yes. Mercuric chloride is highly toxic, corrosive and environmentally hazardous. It requires SDS-led handling, restricted access, PPE, exposure controls and mercury-waste disposal.

What pack size is available?

The pack size is not confirmed. Add bottle quantity or net weight only after checking the final product specification.

Can mercuric chloride be used in schools?

Only authorised school or college laboratories with trained supervision, mercury-handling controls, SDS access, restricted storage and hazardous-waste arrangements should handle mercuric chloride.

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