(Antimicrobial Preservative)
by Muby Chem
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Phenyl Mercuric Acetate, known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is especially valuable in pharmaceutical industries.
Our advanced technology ensures the uniformity and consistency of Phenyl Mercuric Acetate formulations, optimizing its effectiveness as a antimicroabial preservative.
Applications: MOLMER® PMA is used primarily as a legacy antimicrobial preservative and antifungal agent in specific pharmaceutical applications. It has been used in limited topical formulations, including ointments and creams, as well as mucous membrane disinfectant preparations, to help control microbial growth. Due to the toxicological concerns associated with mercury-containing compounds. Its use is restricted and subject to applicable regulatory and safety requirements.
| # | PROPERTY | TYPICAL VALUE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CAS No | 62-38-4 |
| 2 | Molecular Formula | C8H8HgO2 |
| 3 | Molecular Weight | 336.7 g/mol |
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - USP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Description | It occurs as white to creamy white, crystalline powder or small white prisms or leaflets. Is odorless. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) Test (B) Test (C) |
(A) The characteristic odor of nitrobenzene is evolved. (B) The characteristic odor of ethyl acetate is evolved. (C) A white precipitate is formed, which turns black when the mixture is boiled and then allowed to stand. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is soluble in alcohol and in acetone; slightly soluble in water. |
| 4 | Residue on Ignition | Not more than 0.2%. |
| 5 | Polymercurated benzene compound | Not more than 1.5%. |
| 6 | Melting range or temperature | Between 149°–153°. |
| 7 | Assay | Not less than 98.0% and not more than 100.5% (dried substance). |
MOLMER® PMA is packed in HDPE bag or HDPE drum with double PE liners inside and is provided with a barcoded label and a tamper-evident seal.
The shelf life is 3 years. Preserve in tight, light-resistant containers.
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