Phenyl mercuric borate
Synonyms
Phenylmercury borate;
Dihydrogen (orthoborato(3-)-O)phenylmercurate(2-);
Category
Special surfactant
> Organic Mercury
Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 102-98-7
EINECS: 203-068-1
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C6H7BHgO2
Molecular Weight: 338.52
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: 
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.
(2), Not to be used in cosmetics for children under 3 years of age.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
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Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Solid |
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Actives, %, ≥ |
90.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
2, Hazardous substances indexes
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Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
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Solid |
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Heavy metals (as Pb, except Hg), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
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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 and 2005/80/EC, be included in Annex V/17 and III/1a.
Can be applied to eye products, maximum concentration is 0.007% (as Hg) and 3.0% (as boric acid), the content of mercury and the content of boric acid should simultaneously be conformed to the maximum concentration.
(2), In accordance with Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition) of China, be included in preservatives allowed. Boric acid is included in the restricted components.
Can be applied to eye products, maximum concentration is 0.007% (as Hg) and 3.0% (as boric acid), the content of mercury and the content of boric acid should simultaneously be conformed to the maximum concentration.
Manufacturers
Update: 20180826(1);