4-Chloromercuribenzoic acid

CAS Number59-85-8
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight357.16 g/mol
4-Chloromercuribenzoic acid
What is 4-Chloromercuribenzoic acid?
4-Chloromercuribenzoic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 59-85-8. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Can be used to inhibit some enzymes that require unmodified cysteine residues (e.g., adenylyl cyclase).
Specifications
Linear Formula
ClHgC6H4CO2H
Molecular Weight
357.16 g/mol
Appearance
cysteine active site modifier
Safety Information
GHS06
GHS08
GHS09Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H300-H310-H330-H373-H410
Precautionary Statements
P260-P264-P273-P280-P284-P301 + P310
Required PPE
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves, type P2 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
Melting Point
287 °C (dec.)(lit.)
EC Number
200-442-6
WGK Germany
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