Chemistry name: | 2-chloro-4-[hydroxymercuri]phenol |
M Formula: | C6H3Cl(HgOH)(OH) |
Properties: | |
Insoluble in water and common organic solvents; soluble in solutions of acids and alkalies with the formation of salts. | |
Hazard: | |
Toxic by ingestion and inhalation, strong irritant to eyes and skin, use may be restricted. TLV: 0.01 (Hg) mg/m3. | |
Use: | |
Seed disinfectant and fungicide. | |