Thimersoal Used as a Preservative for Sucrose Buffer Solution
- CAS
- 54-64-8
- Formula
- C9H9HgNaO2S
- MW
- 404.82 g/mol
ZX-038049
Carbohydrates & Sugars
Thiomersal, 97%
Extra PureAvailable on request
Order Thiomersal, 97% (CAS 54-64-8) online at Zemixal: C9H9HgNaO2S, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping. Catalogue no. ZX-002572.
CAS number54-64-8
FormulaC9H9HgNaO2S
Molar mass404.82 g/mol
Physical formPowder
HS code29309090
UN numberUN 2025
Purity97%
InChIKeyRTKIYNMVFMVABJ-UHFFFAOYSA-L
IUPAC namesodium (2-carboxylatophenyl)sulfanyl-ethylmercury
About Thiomersal, 97%
Zemixal supplies Thiomersal, 97% within its life Science & Biochemicals portfolio. Key data (Extra Pure): CAS 54-64-8, formula C9H9HgNaO2S and molar mass 404.82 g/mol. Typical appearance is white to pale cream crystalline powder.
Use cases we see most often
- Glycobiology research
- Microbiology media
- Biochemical assays
- Pharmaceutical synthesis
Storage and safety notes
Physical constants on file: melting point 234-237 °C (dec.). Hazard communication follows GHS (Danger: H300+H310+H330, H300, H301 and H310). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures. For transport it ships as UN UN 2025.
Available as 10 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Each lot travels with 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
- Glycobiology research
- Microbiology media
- Biochemical assays
- Pharmaceutical synthesis
Applications
Grade guides
Specifications and identifiers
| Product name | Thiomersal, 97% |
|---|---|
| Catalogue number | ZX-002572 |
| CAS number | 54-64-8 |
| IUPAC name | sodium (2-carboxylatophenyl)sulfanyl-ethylmercury |
| Molecular formula | C9H9HgNaO2S |
| Molar mass | 404.82 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 405.9927 |
| Grade | Extra Pure |
| Purity / assay | 97% |
| Physical form | Powder |
| Appearance | White to pale cream crystalline powder |
| Melting point | 234-237 °C (dec.) |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 0 / 3 |
| Topological polar surface area | 65.4 Ų |
| HS code | 29309090 |
| UN number | UN 2025 |
| InChIKey | RTKIYNMVFMVABJ-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| SMILES | CC[Hg]SC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)[O-].[Na+] |
| PubChem CID | 16684434 |
| Synonyms | 2-(Ethylmercuriomercapto)benzoic acid sodium salt, Ethylmercurithiosalicylic acid sodium salt, Mercury-([o-carboxyphenyl]thio)ethyl sodium salt, Sodium ethylmercurithiosalicylate, thimerosal, Thiomersalate, Mercurothiolate, Sodium merthiolate, Thimerosalate, Thimerosol, Thimersalate, Merfamin |
Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.
Safety and GHS hazards
Signal word Danger
- H300+H310+H330Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H300Fatal if swallowed
- H301Toxic if swallowed
- H310Fatal in contact with skin
- H330Fatal if inhaled
- H360May damage fertility or the unborn child
- H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H400Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements P203, P260, P262, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P316, P318, P319, P320, P321, P330, P361 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405, 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
| 10 g | Quoted on request | |
| 25 g | Quoted on request | |
| 100 g | Quoted on request | |
| 1 kg | Quoted on request |
Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.
Questions about Thiomersal, 97%
Which CAS number identifies Thiomersal, 97%?
Thiomersal, 97% is registered under CAS 54-64-8. You may also see it listed as 2-(Ethylmercuriomercapto)benzoic acid sodium salt, Ethylmercurithiosalicylic acid sodium salt, Mercury-([o-carboxyphenyl]thio)ethyl sodium salt. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-002572.
What are the formula and molar mass of Thiomersal, 97%?
For Thiomersal, 97%, its formula is C9H9HgNaO2S and its molar mass is 404.82 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is sodium (2-carboxylatophenyl)sulfanyl-ethylmercury. InChIKey RTKIYNMVFMVABJ-UHFFFAOYSA-L lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Thiomersal, 97%?
This listing is Extra Pure grade with 97% purity. Standard packs are 10 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Thiomersal, 97%?
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 Thiomersal, 97% to my country?
Yes. Because Thiomersal, 97% is classed as hazardous (UN 2025), it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.
Other grades with CAS 54-64-8
Thiomersal, plant tissue culture tested 97.00–101.00%
- CAS
- 54-64-8
- Formula
- C9H9HgNaO2S
- MW
- 404.82 g/mol
ZX-037052
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