Mercuric Acetate is a white crystalline solid with an odor of vinegar. Sensitive to light. Density 3.25 g/cm3. Toxic by inhalation (dust, etc.) and by ingestion. It is uses in determination of nitrate in chromium compounds.
- Formula
- C4H6HgO4
- Molar mass
- 318.68 g/mol
- CAS Number
- 1600-27-7
- Density
- 3.280 g/cm3
- Purity/Grade
- ≥98.0% (ACS Reagent)
- Appearance
- Powder
- Melting point/freezing point
- 179 - 182°C (354 - 360°F) - lit.