Sample Available Packed in Bag or Carton CAS 13766-44-4 Cinnabar Ore

Cinnabar, also known as cinnabar, red sand, red cinnabar , is a natural mineral of mercury sulfide (chemical name :HgS).

It is bright red in color, with a diamond luster to metallic luster, and belongs to the trigonal crystal system.

Cinnabar mainly consists of mercury sulfide, but it often contains realgar, apatite, asphaltene, etc.

There is no consensus on the sedative and hypnotic effects of cinnabar. It has detoxifying and antiseptic effects.

External use can inhibit or kill skin bacteria and parasites. Cinnabar is a compound of mercury.

Mercury has a special affinity for the thiol groups in proteins. At high concentrations,

it can inhibit various enzymes and activities. Mercury that enters the body is mainly distributed in the liver and kidneys,

causing liver and kidney damage. It can also pass through the blood-brain barrier and directly damage the central nervous system.

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Cinnabar alias is cinnabar, red sand, me-rcury sand, flying cinnabar and so on. Cinnabar belongs to the category of traditional Chinese medicine sedative and tranquilizing drugs, from sulfide minerals, mainly containing me-rcury sulfide, its slightly cold, sweet taste, toxic, into the heart meridian。

Cinnabar is a bright red mineral composed of mercury sulfide. It is commonly found in nature and has been used for various purposes throughout history. In ancient times, it was used as a pigment for creating red dyes and paints. Cinnabar is also known for its association with mercury, which has both industrial and medicinal applications. However, it's important to note that cinnabar can be toxic if ingested or inhaled, so it should be handled with caution. Usage as below 

Pigments and dyes: Cinnabar has been used as a pigment in traditional Chinese and European art for centuries. It was ground into a powder to create a bright red pigment known as vermilion.

Traditional medicine: In some traditional medicinal practices, cinnabar has been used in small amounts for its believed therapeutic properties. However, it's important to note that cinnabar contains mercury, which can be toxic if used improperly, so caution should always be exercised.

Alchemy: Cinnabar has been associated with alchemy, as it was believed to possess transformative properties and was used in experiments to try and create the philosopher's stone.

Jewelry and decoration: Cinnabar has been used to create jewelry and ornamental objects due to its striking red color. However, because of its mercury content, cinnabar jewelry should be handled with care.

It's worth mentioning that the usage of cinnabar has evolved over time, and today it is primarily appreciated for its beauty and historical significance rather than its practical application.