Mercury(I) chloride
Also known as: Calogreen, Calotab, Chlorure mercureux, Dichlordiquecksilber(Hg-Hg), Dichlorodimercury(Hg-Hg), Dimercury dichloride, EINECS 233-307-5, Hg2Cl2, MERCUROUS CHLORIDE, MERCURY CHLORIDE, MERCURY(I) CHLORIDE FOR ANALYSIS, MFCD00011043, Mercuric chloride, Mercurous chloride, Mercury(I) Chloride, Acs Min, Mercury(I) chloride, 99.999% trace Metals basis, Mercury(I) chloride, ACS reagent, Mercury, dichlorodi-, (Hg-Hg), calomel, chloruremercureux
Mercury(I) chloride (CAS 10112-91-1) is a compound in the Inorganic Chemicals category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula Cl2Hg2 and a molecular weight of 472.086 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 400 °C (subl.)(lit.) and a density of 7.15. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 10112-91-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1325668-1
- Molecular Formula
- Cl2Hg2
- Molecular Weight
- 472.086 g/mol
- Category
- Inorganic Chemicals
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 400 °C (subl.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 7.15 |
| Exact Mass | 473.878906 |
| LogP | 1.37400 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Mercury(I) chloride?
The CAS number of Mercury(I) chloride is 10112-91-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mercury(I) chloride?
Mercury(I) chloride has molecular formula Cl2Hg2 and molecular weight 472.086 g/mol.
Is Mercury(I) chloride hazardous?
Mercury(I) chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation.
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