Mercury(II) nitrate or mercuric nitrate is a mercury salt of nitric acid. It was used in the carroting process to make felt by treating fur. Excessive exposure to mercy(II) nitrate can lead to psychological illness commonly known by the phrase mad as a hatter. It is used in mercuration reactions and is particularly used in the reactions involving ketones. It is not flammable but it acts as an oxidizer and can speed up flames. it can react with alcohols to form explosive compounds. Prolonged exposure to fire or heat may lead to explosion. Quantity Provided: 500 ml/Bottle Concentration: 0.05 M