Mercuric sulfate 250g Rankem

About Mercuric sulfate 250g Rankem

Rankem Mercuric Sulphate (HgSO) is a highly toxic, white crystalline powder/granules used as a high-purity Analytical Reagent (AR) for precise lab work like COD analysis, catalysis (acetaldehyde production, oxymercuration), and gold/silver extraction, characterized by its odorless nature and insolubility in water but solubility in hot sulfuric acid, requiring careful handling due to severe health risks (inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion). Key Characteristics Chemical Formula: HgSO Appearance: White to off-white odorless granules or crystalline powder Purity: Typically >99.5% (AR Grade), meeting ACS standards. Solubility: Insoluble in water, but soluble in hot sulfuric acid and sodium chloride solution.  Primary Uses (Rankem AR Grade) Analytical Chemistry: Catalyst in COD (Chemical Oxygen Demand) determination, removing chloride interference. Organic Synthesis: Catalyst for producing acetaldehyde from acetylene.