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Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)

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Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) chemical structure
CAS number1344-48-5
FormulaHgS
Molar mass232.66 g/mol
InChIKeyQXKXDIKCIPXUPL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC namesulfanylidenemercury

About Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)

Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) sits in our refractory & Heavy Metal Compounds (Mo, W, V, Ti, Zr, Cd, Hg) section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. For your records, the material is defined by CAS 1344-48-5, formula HgS and molar mass 232.66 g/mol.

Typical applications

  • Materials research
  • Chemical synthesis

Handling and storage

It carries the GHS signal word Warning (H317 and H413), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Available as 100 g. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Every shipment includes a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Add it to your quote list and our team replies with price, lead time and shipping options within one business day.

Typical uses

  • Materials research
  • Chemical synthesis

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)
Product nameMercuric (II) sulphide (red)
Catalogue numberZX-018787
CAS number1344-48-5
IUPAC namesulfanylidenemercury
Molecular formulaHgS
Molar mass232.66 g/mol
Exact mass233.9427
H-bond donors / acceptors0 / 1
Topological polar surface area32.1 Ų
InChIKeyQXKXDIKCIPXUPL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESS=[Hg]
PubChem CID62402
SynonymsMercury(II) sulfide, Mercury sulfide (HgS), Cinnabarite, Mercuric Sulfide Red, Ethiops mineral, Red cinnabar, Orange vermilion, Chinese vermilion, Scarlet vermilion, Vermilion (HgS), Mercury monosulfide, Monomercury sulfide

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H413May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Precautionary statements P261, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)
100 gQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)

Which CAS number identifies Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)?
Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) is registered under CAS 1344-48-5. You may also see it listed as Mercury(II) sulfide, Mercury sulfide (HgS), Cinnabarite. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-018787.
What are the formula and molar mass of Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)?
For Mercuric (II) sulphide (red), its formula is HgS and its molar mass is 232.66 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is sulfanylidenemercury. InChIKey QXKXDIKCIPXUPL-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)?
The grade and assay are confirmed on the quotation and the batch COA. Standard packs are 100 g. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Mercuric (II) sulphide (red)?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) to my country?
Yes. Because Mercuric (II) sulphide (red) is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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