Phenyl mercuric acetate
Synonyms
Phenylmercuric acetate;
Mercury, (acetato-O)phenyl-;
Category
Special surfactant
> Organic Mercury
Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 62-38-4
EINECS: 200-532-5
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C8H8HgO2
Molecular Weight: 336.74
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), solid.
Solubility soluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Solid form: toxic; flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
chicken oral LD50 |
60mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse intraperitoneal LD50 |
13mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse intravenous LD50 |
18mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse oral LD50 |
13.25mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse subcutaneous LD50 |
12mg/kg[1] |
|
quail oral LD50 |
71mg/kg[1] |
|
rat oral LD50 |
41mg/kg[1] |
Reproductive effect[1]; overall carcinogenic evaluation: Group 2B[1].
Ecology be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent antimicrobial, antibacterial, preservative abilities.
Note (1), Should not be used to children's cosmetics.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
90.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb, except Hg), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as antimicrobial agent, preservative.
2, Personal care products
Preservative in personal care products.
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Further information:
(1), In accordance with EU regulations (EC) No 1223/2009, directive 86/199/EEC, be included in Annex V/17.
Can be applied to eye products, maximum concentration is 0.007% (as Hg).
(2), In accordance with Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition) of China, be included in preservatives allowed.
Can be applied to eye products, maximum concentration is 0.007% (as Hg).
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 62-38-4, Phenylmercuric acetate
Update: 20180826(1);