INTRODUCTION
Mercuric ammonium chloride, also called white precipitate, is a heavy white odourless amorphous compound used in external treatment of skin diseases and to destroy lice.
Manufacturing
Ammoniated mercury is obtained by treating a solution of mercuric chloride with excess of ammonia.
Synonyms | Mercuric Ammonium Chloride, Ammoniated Mercuric Chloride, Mercuric Amidochloride |
CAS no. | 10124-48-8 |
EINECS no. | 233-335-8 |
Molecular formula | NH2HgCl |
Molecular weight | 252.07 |
Structure | ![]() |
Applications
Ammoniated mercury is used in making skin whitening cream. Also, to treat: |
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Impetigo |
Psoriasis |
Minor skin infections |
Other skin disorders |
SPECIFICATIONS
Test | Unit | Specification |
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Appearance | – | Fine white powder |
Identification | – | Must comply A, B & C tests |
Residue on ignition | % | Max 0.2 |
Mercurous compounds | % | Max 0.2 |
Moisture content | % | Max 0.1 |
Residual solvents | – | Must meet the requirement |
Assay | % | 98.0 – 100.5 |
STORAGE
Keep in a closely tight container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
PACKING
20 kg UN approved HDPE drum.
REACH Status
A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance, or its uses are exempted from registration.
REGISTRATION / CERTIFICATION
ISO, GMP
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