Laboratory Chemical Search
Mercuric Iodide Red AR
Also known as Mercury(II) Iodide, Mercury diiodide, Red mercury
| H.S.Code | 28259090 | CAS No. | 7774-29-0 |
| Molecular Formula | HgI2 | Molecular Weight | 454.40 |
| Physical State | Solid | Refractive index | 2.455 |
| Odour | Odorless | Solubility in water | Insoluble |
| Density | 6.36 | Flash point | |
| pH value | Melting Point | 259 °C |
About Mercuric Iodide Red AR
Mercury(II) iodide is produced by adding an aqueous solution of potassium iodide to an aqueous solution of mercury(II) chloride. Mercuric Iodide red is a semiconductor material, used in some x-ray and gamma ray detection and imaging devices operating at room temperatures. Mercuric Iodide is used for preparation of Nessler's reagent, used for detection of presence of ammonia.
Mercuric Iodide Red AR Specifications
| Packaging | 100gm, 250gm |
| Form | Powder |
| Colour | Orange-red |
| Grade | AR |
| Hazard Class | |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
| Shelf Life | 36 Months |
100 gm