Yellow Mercuric Oxide is a bright yellow-orange solid that is used in a number of chemical applications. There is a yellow version of mercuric oxide that is different from the red version of mercury(II) oxide, although the two versions of this chemical have similar properties, only differing in the color they have. It is an oxidizing agent in many organic and inorganic chemical reactions. It is a highly toxic mercury compound, and, therefore it has to be cautiously managed. Yellow mercuric oxide can be applied as a reagent in analytical chemistry for the detection of specific compounds or ions, mainly through redox reactions, in laboratories. Yellow Mercuric Oxide is a toxic, reactive compound with various historical and chemical applications, which range from chemical synthesis to pharmaceutical preparations and the production of batteries.
- HgO
- Formula Wt: 216.59
- CAS No. 21908-53-2
Criteria | Specification |
Appearance (Color) | Yellow to Orange |
Appearance (Form) | Powder |
Assay (Complexometric) | Minimum 99.3% |
Substances insoluble in HCl | Max 0.03% |
Residue on Reduction | Max 0.05% |
Chloride Content | Max 0.025% |
Iron Content | Max 0.003% |
Nitrogen Compounds | Max 0.005% |
Sulfate Content | Max 0.01% |
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