Liquid Mercury | Industrial & Reagent Grade

Liquid Mercury – Product Introduction

Product Name: Liquid Mercury (Elemental Mercury)

Chemical Formula: Hg

CAS No.: 7439-97-6

Appearance: Silvery-white, highly reflective, mobile liquid metal with high surface tension, forming perfect spherical droplets when spilled.

Core Properties

Liquid mercury is a unique heavy metal that remains in liquid state at standard temperature and pressure (STP). It boasts exceptional physical and chemical characteristics suitable for industrial and laboratory applications:

High Purity: Available in grades of 99.99% to 99.999%, with minimal impurities to ensure stable performance in precision scenarios.

Density & Stability: Density of 13.546 g/cm³ (13 times denser than water); non-flammable, non-corrosive to most metals at room temperature, and resistant to oxidation when sealed properly.

Amalgamation Ability: Reacts readily with precious metals like gold and silver to form amalgams, a key property for metallurgical extraction processes.

Thermal & Electrical Conductivity: Excellent thermal conductivity and electrical conductivity, making it ideal for use in precision instruments and electrical components.

Key Applications

Metallurgical Industry: Critical for gold and silver extraction, where it forms amalgams with precious metals to separate them from ore efficiently.

Laboratory & Calibration: Used in high-precision thermometers, barometers, manometers, and pressure gauges for accurate temperature and pressure measurement.

Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a catalyst in chlor-alkali production and the synthesis of specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals.

Electrical Engineering: Applied in mercury switches, fluorescent lamps, and mercury arc rectifiers due to its stable electrical performance.

Packaging & Handling

Packaging: Supplied in hermetically sealed glass flasks or HDPE containers, available in standard sizes of 1kg, 5kg, 34.5kg, and customizable quantities to meet industrial needs.

Safety Notes: Mercury vapor is highly toxic; avoid inhalation and skin contact. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible substances (e.g., aluminum, strong acids). In case of spills, use sulfur powder or mercury adsorption cotton for cleanup—never use a vacuum cleaner or broom to prevent vapor spread.

Compliance

Our liquid mercury complies with international industrial standards and hazardous material transportation regulations, ensuring safe delivery and usage for global customers.