7782-86-7

Basic information

• Product Name: MERCUROUS NITRATE
• Synonyms: MERCUROUS NITRATE;MERCURY (I) NITRATE;MERCUY NITRATE;MERCURY(I) NITRATE DIHYDRATE, REAGENT G&;MERCURY (I) NITRATE DIHYDRATE ACS 98+%;MERCURY (I) NITRATE DIHYDRATE GR 98+%;MERCURY (I) NITRATE DIHYDRATE EXTRA PURE 97+%;MercurousNitrateGr-(MercuryINitrateGr)
• CAS NO: 7782-86-7
• Molecular Formula: HgNO3
• Molecular Weight: 262.59
• EINECS: 233-886-4
• Product Categories: metal nitrate salts
• Mol File: 7782-86-7.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 70°C
• Boiling Point: 83 °C at 760 mmHg
• Appearance: White to yellow/Powder/Solid
• Density: 4.78 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Vapor Pressure: 49.8mmHg at 25°C
• Storage Temp.: Poison room
• Water Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.
• Stability: Stable, but may be sensitive to light or moisture. Strong oxidizer. Incompatible with combustible materials, reducing agents.
• CAS DataBase Reference: MERCUROUS NITRATE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: MERCUROUS NITRATE(7782-86-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: MERCUROUS NITRATE(7782-86-7)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: T+,N
• Statements: 26/27/28-33-50/53
• Safety Statements: 13-28-45-60-61
• RIDADR: UN 1627 6.1/PG 2
• WGK Germany: 3
• Hazardous Substances Data: 7782-86-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Mercurous nitrate, also known as Hg(NO3)2·2H2O, is a colorless, efflorescent, and light-sensitive crystalline compound that decomposes in water and melts at 70°C. It is highly toxic and explosive when shocked or heated, making it a hazardous substance to handle.

Uses

Used in Analytical Chemistry:
Mercurous nitrate is used as an analytical agent for various applications in the field of analytical chemistry. Its properties make it a valuable tool for detecting and measuring the presence of specific substances in samples.
Used in Chemical Research:
Due to its unique chemical properties and reactivity, mercurous nitrate is used as a research compound in various chemical studies. It aids in understanding the behavior of mercury compounds and their interactions with other elements and compounds.
Used in Photography:
In the past, mercurous nitrate was used in the photography industry as a component in the development process. Its light-sensitive nature made it suitable for creating images on photographic film.
Used in Medicine (Historic):
Historically, mercurous nitrate was used in medicine as a topical antiseptic and in the treatment of syphilis. However, due to its high toxicity, it has been largely replaced by safer alternatives in modern medicine.

InChI:InChI=1/Hg.NO3.H2O/c;2-1(3)4;/h;;1H2/q+1;-1;

Synthetic route

strontium nitrate + lead(II) nitrate + copper nitrate hemi(pentahydrate) + Hg(1+)*NO3(1-)*H2O=HgNO3*H2O (7782-86-7) + bismuth(III) oxide (1304-76-3) → Bi1.59Pb0.4Hg0.01Sr1.6Ca2Cu3O(x)

Conditions	Yield
With Ca(NO3)2*2.5H2O; HNO3 In neat (no solvent, solid phase) Bi2O3 and HgNO3*H2O dissolved in HNO3, Pb(NO3)2, Sr(NO3)2, Ca(NO3)2*4H2O, Cu(NO3)2*2.5H2O dissolved in water, solns. mixed, evapd., calcined at 800 °C for 24 h, ground, pressed into pellets, calcined at 850 °C for four times (345 h total); powder XRD;

strontium nitrate + lead(II) nitrate + copper nitrate hemi(pentahydrate) + Hg(1+)*NO3(1-)*H2O=HgNO3*H2O (7782-86-7) + bismuth(III) oxide (1304-76-3) → Bi1.57Pb0.4Hg0.03Sr1.6Ca2Cu3O(x)

Conditions	Yield
With Ca(NO3)2*2.5H2O; HNO3 In neat (no solvent, solid phase) Bi2O3 and HgNO3*H2O dissolved in HNO3, Pb(NO3)2, Sr(NO3)2, Ca(NO3)2*4H2O, Cu(NO3)2*2.5H2O dissolved in water, solns. mixed, evapd., calcined at 800 °C for 24 h, ground, pressed into pellets, calcined at 850 °C for four times (345 h total);