Silver Mercury – High-Purity Metallic Mercury
Original price was: $1,400.00.$1,299.00Current price is: $1,299.00.
Silver Mercury, also known as quicksilver, is a high-purity elemental liquid metal used in mining, chemical reactions, scientific instruments, and industrial applications. Cavin Resource supplies export-grade mercury in secure steel flasks for global wholesale buyers.
Silver Mercury, chemically known as elemental mercury (Hg), is a dense, silvery-white metallic liquid at room temperature. It is renowned for its conductivity, high density, and reactivity with metals, especially in amalgamation processes.
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Gold extraction via amalgamation
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Scientific and analytical equipment
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Electrical switches, thermometers, and barometers
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Catalyst and chemical manufacturing
Due to its toxic nature, all handling and shipping are done under strict compliance with UN transport codes, ensuring safety and legal conformity for wholesale buyers.
⚙️ Production Method
Distillation and Refinement of Natural Mercury Ores
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Extracted from cinnabar ore (HgS) using roasting in a furnace to release gaseous mercury.
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Gaseous mercury is then condensed and collected.
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The product is filtered, decanted, and chemically purified to remove trace contaminants.
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Final product is stored in airtight, corrosion-resistant flasks.
🏭 Use Cases by Industry
🪙 Mining & Metallurgy
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Used in gold and silver amalgamation processes to recover fine precious metals.
🔬 Scientific Instruments
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Applied in manometers, barometers, and thermometers due to its consistent thermal expansion.
⚗️ Chemical & Catalyst Manufacturing
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Used in chlor-alkali production, laboratory redox reactions, and organic synthesis.
⚡ Electronics & Controls
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Historically used in tilt switches, relays, and vapor lamps (note: now limited due to regulations).
✅ Benefits of Silver Mercury
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⚗️ Ultra-Pure Elemental Metal: 99.99% refined for precision applications
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🧪 Consistent Physical Properties: Stable under standard conditions
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🛠️ Ideal for Amalgamation: High affinity with gold and silver
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🌍 Export-Ready: Delivered globally in certified packaging
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📉 Bulk Supply at Competitive Prices: Suitable for mining and industry
📦 Packaging Options
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34.5kg steel flasks (standard) – UN certified for hazardous goods
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1MT wooden crate (contains 29 flasks)
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Optional: tamper-evident seals, SGS inspection, COA & MSDS included
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Packaged according to UN 2809 (Class 8, PG III) shipping standards
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is Silver Mercury legal to import/export?
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Yes, but it is regulated as a hazardous material (UN 2809). Proper permits and documentation are required. Cavin Resource assists clients in complying with all international shipping regulations.
2. What is the purity of your mercury?
Answer:
We supply 99.99% pure silver mercury, suitable for scientific, mining, and industrial applications.
3. Can mercury be reused or recycled?
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Yes. Mercury can be recovered from amalgams and chemical processes, cleaned, and reused, but only in regulated facilities.
4. How is silver mercury stored and transported?
Answer:
It is transported in hermetically sealed steel flasks, protected inside wooden crates. All transport adheres to UN DG standards for Class 8 corrosive substances.
📚 Credible References & Sources
| Product Name | Silver Mercury (Quicksilver) |
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| Chemical Formula | Hg |
| Purity | ≥99.99% |
| Appearance | Silver-gray liquid |
| Density | 13.53 g/cm³ at 20°C |
| Melting Point | -38.83°C |
| Boiling Point | 356.73°C |
| Packaging | 34.5kg steel flasks, 1MT crate |
| Shelf Life | Indefinite in sealed containers |
| HS Code | 2805.40 |
| CAS Number | 7439-97-6 |
| UN Number | UN 2809 – Class 8 |
| Compliance | COA, MSDS, Dangerous Goods Declaration |
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