Data Sheet

Silver Nitrate

Typical Chemical Analysis

Product Code19-3065
Assay99.99%
LOD0.05%
Chlorides< 5 ppm
Sulfates< 20 ppm
Copper< 2 ppm
Iron< 2 ppm
LeadND
Sodium< 5 ppm
Nickel< 1 ppm

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS: None

PACKAGING: Polyethlene Bottle, Glass Bottle or Pail

Uses

Silver nitrate is used in the manufacturing of specialties chemicals and devices. It is also used in photography, manufacturing of mirrors, manufacturing of other silver salts, silver plating, in sympathetic and indelible inks, dyeing hair, coloring porcelain, etching ivory, and as a reagent in analytical chemistry.

Handling

Avoid contact with chlorates & perchlorates! Dangerous, fire hazard, explosion risk when in contact with inorganic reducing materials (fuels). Use protective equipment for eyes, nose, mouth and skin. Due to skin protein interaction, skin discoloration can occur! OSHA PEL and ACGIH TLV-TWA have been established for this compound at 10mg/m3. This product may be subject to SARA section 313 reporting requirements (Ag 63.5%). See SDS for more information.

Proper Shipping Name

Shipping Information

Silver Nitrate

UN#: 1493, Class:5.1, PG II, Label Class 5.1, RQ: 1 lb.(0.453 kg)

Product Information

Silver Nitrate

CAS Number7761-88-8
RTEC NumberVW 4725000
Melting point212 ° C
Solubility in Water2.5g/mL
EINEC Number2318539
Molecular Wt.169.87
Molecular FormulaAgNO₃
Specific Gravity4.352

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