Mercuric Chloride (HgCl₂) — 25g

Mercuric Chloride (HgCl₂) — 25 g

HgCl₂ (0.01–0.1% w/v) is used for surface sterilisation of recalcitrant woody explants where NaOCl alone fails — particularly effective for field-collected bark, tubers, and rhizomes.

• ⚠️ Highly toxic — requires licensed storage and disposal
• 🧪 Use 0.01–0.05% for 3–5 min max · Always rinse 5–8× with sterile water
• 🌿 Preferred for woody trees, palms, recalcitrant orchids
• 📦 25 g · Analytical grade · Supplied with MSDS
• 🚫 Not for general use — read SOP before handling