Silver Mercury, also known as quicksilver or elemental mercury, is a dense, silver-colored liquid metal at room temperature. It differs from regular mercury by its ultra-high purity—commonly 99.999%—making it suitable for sensitive industrial and scientific applications.

Cavin Resource is a certified bulk supplier of high-purity Silver Mercury, providing secure packaging and global shipment with full compliance documentation.

Chemical Properties and Appearance

• Silver Mercury is a liquid at room temperature with a bright, silvery luster.
• It is highly toxic and must be handled with strict safety protocols.
• Common purity grades range from technical to ultra-pure 99.999%.
• For detailed safety information, refer to ATSDR Mercury Toxicological Profile and PubChem Mercury Element.

Common Uses of Silver Mercury

• Gold Amalgamation: Widely used in artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASM) for efficient extraction.
• Silver Cleaning: Essential in silver refining and cleaning processes.
• Scientific & Industrial Labs: Used in thermometers, barometers, manometers, and as a reagent in chemical synthesis.
• Electrical Contacts and Switches: Legacy applications due to mercury’s conductive properties (now regulated).

Handling, Storage, and Export Requirements

• Silver Mercury is securely packaged in sealed steel flasks or UN-certified hazardous material containers to prevent leaks and contamination.
• Classified under UN number 2809 for hazardous materials transport.
• All shipments comply with international export regulations and are handled by certified carriers.

Cavin Resource’s Mercury Supply Offer

• Purity guaranteed at 99.999%, verified by rigorous lab testing and Certificate of Analysis (COA).
• Available in 1kg, 5kg, and 34.5kg steel flasks or custom packaging on request.
• Includes full export support: COA, MSDS, SGS inspection, and customs clearance documentation.
• Ships worldwide with secure packaging and full regulatory compliance.

Learn more about pricing and market trends in our detailed guide: Silver Mercury Price Per Kilo in 2025 – What Affects Cost?

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