CAS Number: 7761-88-8
MDL: MFCD00003414
EINECS: 231-853-9
Formula: AgNO3
Formula Weight: 169.87
Form: Crystalline
Melting Point: 212°
Flash Point: None
Density: 4.352
Sensitivity: Light Sensitive
Solubility: Freely soluble in water, alcohol, ammonia water. Slightly soluble in ether
Applications
Silver plating, photography, manufacturing of other silver compounds, mirrors, as an analytical lab reagent, in coloring porcelain
Grade Specifications
Maximum level of impurities: Clarity of solution P.T., Cl 5ppm, Free acid P.T., Substances not precipitated by hydrochloric acid 0.01%, SO4 0.002%, Cu 2ppm, Fe 2ppm, Pb 0.001%
GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements
Hazard Statements: H272-H314-H290-H400-H410
May intensify fire; oxidizer. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May be corrosive to metals. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements: P221-P210-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338-P405-P501A
Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Other References
Merck: 14,8518
UN#: UN1479
Hazard Class: 5.1
Packing Group: I
Harmonized Tariff Code: 2843.21
TSCA: Yes
RTECS: VW4725000