CAS 115-09-3

Methylmercury chloride

Description:

Methylmercury chloride, with the CAS number 115-09-3, is an organomercury compound characterized by its toxicological properties and environmental persistence. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on temperature and concentration. Methylmercury chloride is highly soluble in organic solvents and has limited solubility in water, which contributes to its bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms. This compound is known for its neurotoxic effects, particularly affecting the central nervous system, and poses significant health risks to humans and wildlife through the food chain. It is primarily formed through the methylation of inorganic mercury in aquatic environments, making it a concern in contaminated water bodies. Due to its toxicity, methylmercury chloride is subject to strict regulations and monitoring in many countries. Handling this substance requires appropriate safety measures to prevent exposure, as it can be absorbed through the skin and inhaled as vapor. Overall, its environmental impact and health hazards make methylmercury chloride a critical focus in environmental chemistry and public health discussions.

Formula: CH₃ClHg

InChI: InChI=1S/CH3.ClH.Hg/h1H3;1H;/q;;+1/p-1

InChI key: InChIKey=BABMCXWQNSQAOC-UHFFFAOYSA-M

SMILES: [Hg](C)Cl

Synonyms:

• Methylmercury chloride
• Methylmercuric Chloride
• Methylmercure Chlorure
• Methylmercury(1+) Chloride
• Chloro(Methyl)Mercury
• Caspan
• Chlormethylquecksilber
• Chloromethylmercure
• Chloromethylmercury
• Clorometilmercurio
• Mercury methyl chloride
• Mercury, chloromethyl-
• Methylmercury monochloride
• Methyl-Quecksilber-Chlorid
• Monomethyl mercury chloride

Methylmercury chloride

Controlled Product

CAS: 115-09-3

Formula: CH₃ClHg

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 251.08

Ref: 04-C15100000

HJ 997-2018 Mercury Compounds Mixture 125 1000 µg/mL in Toluene

Controlled Product

CAS: 107-27-7, 115-09-3

Color and Shape: Mixture

Ref: 04-A50000125TO

Methylmercury(II) chloride

Controlled Product

CAS: 115-09-3

Methylmercury chloride is a toxic compound that belongs to the group of mercury compounds. It can be found in the environment as a result of human activities, such as coal-fired power plant emissions and metal production. Methylmercury chloride is used in biochemical studies as a model for methylmercury toxicity. Methylmercury chloride has been shown to inhibit mitochondrial membrane potential and cause oxidative stress, which leads to cell death by apoptosis. Methylmercury chloride also induces genotoxic activity and causes DNA fragmentation, although it does not cause chromosomal aberrations or sister chromatid exchange.

Formula: CH₃HgCl

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 251.08 g/mol

Ref: 3D-AAA11509