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Sulfates and sulfur salts

Cinnabar

Also known as Zinnober, Cinabre, Mercury(II) sulfide

CAS 1344-48-5Formula HgSMolar mass 232.66 g/molEC 215-696-3
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 2 suppliers listed
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Cinnabar chemical structure, HgS, CAS 1344-48-5
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
1344-48-5
Formula
HgS
Molar mass
232.66 g/mol
Physical form
Powder
HS code
285210
Category
Sulfates and sulfur salts
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What is Cinnabar?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Cinnabar is a chemical substance with the molecular formula HgS and a molar mass of 232.66 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 1344-48-5. The IUPAC name is sulfanylidenemercury.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
sulfanylidenemercury
CAS number
1344-48-5Other or deprecated CAS: 19122-79-3, 23333-45-1
EC number
215-696-3
Molecular formula
HgS
UNII
ZI0T668SF1
InChIKey
QXKXDIKCIPXUPL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/Hg.S
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
S=[Hg]

Synonyms

  • Zinnober
  • Cinabre
  • Mercury(II) sulfide
  • Sulfanylidenemercury
  • Mercury sulfide (HgS)
  • Cinnabarite
  • Mercuric Sulfide Red
  • Almaden
  • Ethiops mineral
  • Red cinnabar
  • Orange vermilion
  • Chinese vermilion
  • Scarlet vermilion
  • Vermilion (HgS)
  • Mercury monosulfide
  • Monomercury sulfide
  • Red mercury sulphide
  • beta-Mercuric sulfide
  • Mercury(2+) sulfide
  • Rotes Quecksilbersulfid
  • Paragite
  • Mercurius 6a
  • Cinnabar (HgS)
  • Hydrargyrum sulfuratum rubrum
  • Quecksilber(II)-sulfid, rotes
Show all 38 synonyms
  • Mercury ores, cinnabar
  • Mercury sulphide, natural
  • Pure English (Quicksilver) Vermilion
  • (Sulfido)mercury
  • sulfure mercurique
  • sulfeto de mercurio
  • sulfuro de mercurio
  • sulfuro di mercurio
  • Mercury sulfide red
  • Mercury sulfide(HgS)
  • Red mercuric sulfide(II)
  • Mercury(II) sulfide red, 99%
  • Mercury(II) sulfide red, synthesis grade

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Physical form
Powderexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
232.66 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
233.9427 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.65calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
2calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H413May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life.
Precautionary statements (9)
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P333 + P317If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Industrial uses: Other.

Consumer uses: Other.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce, Regulatory flags: Section 12(c) export ban

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Cinnabar is traded under.

HS 2852.10Indicative HS code

Chemically defined

World exports in 2024
$7.97M
−4.4% vs 2023, imports $9.26M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany34.6%
  2. Thailand18.6%
  3. India * partner reported15.5%
Top importers
  1. Germany19.2%
  2. Vietnam * partner reported17.4%
  3. Thailand6.0%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Cinnabar is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cinnabar, based on the data on this page

What is Cinnabar?

Cinnabar is a chemical substance with the molecular formula HgS and a molar mass of 232.66 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 1344-48-5. The IUPAC name is sulfanylidenemercury.

What is the CAS number of Cinnabar?

The CAS registry number of Cinnabar is 1344-48-5. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 19122-79-3, 23333-45-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Cinnabar?

The molecular formula of Cinnabar is HgS and its molar mass is 232.66 g/mol.

What is Cinnabar used for?

Industrial uses: Other. Consumer uses: Other.

Is Cinnabar hazardous?

Cinnabar carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: may cause an allergic skin reaction, may cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Cinnabar?

Cinnabar is usually classified under HS code 285210 (Chemically defined). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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