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Silver nitrate

CAS Number
7761-88-8
EC Number
231-853-9
Molecular Weight
169.873 g/mol

Description

Silver nitrate (CAS 7761-88-8 ), historically known as Lapis infernalis, is an inorganic silver salt produced by dissolving silver in nitric acid. It functions as a primary source of ionic silver across industrial, analytical, and biomedical processes. Its ability to precipitate halides and deliver controlled antimicrobial action drives demand across various sectors. In electronics and printed circuit board manufacturing, it serves as a precursor for conductive silver coatings and mirror deposition processes. Water treatment operations use it to test for chloride contamination and to calibrate analytical methods for halide detection. Pharmaceutical and healthcare manufacturers incorporate it into topical preparations and medical device coatings. These applications are critical where surface antimicrobial performance is required. In printing and photographic chemistry, it remains a key reagent for silver-based imaging systems and specialty ink formulations. The chemical is supplied as a colorless crystalline solid or as an aqueous solution at various concentrations. Standard grades include USP , BP , and Ph. Eur. for pharmaceutical procurement and compliance. Technical and reagent grades are also available for industrial and laboratory buyers. Packaging is typically in amber glass or light-protected containers to prevent photodegradation during storage and transit. Contact us for supply of Silver nitrate Request Quote

Other Names (Synonyms)

silver(I) nitrate | nitric acid silver(I) salt | Lapis infernalis | Argentous nitrate | AgNO3 | Argenti nitras | Lunar caustic | Nitrate d'argent

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Safety & Handling

Danger
GHS03· OxidizerGHS05· CorrosiveGHS09· EnvironmentGHS08· Health HazardGHS06· ToxicGHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H272May intensify fire; oxidizer
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H300Fatal if swallowed
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child
H302Harmful if swallowed
H318Causes serious eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H370Causes damage to organs