Silver Nitrate
- CAS Number
- 7761-88-8
- HSN Code
- 28432100
- Molecular Formula
- AgNO3
- Catalogue Number
- AL4021
- Purity
- 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 169.87 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Silver(1+) nitrate is a silver salt and an inorganic nitrate salt. It has a role as a NMR chemical shift reference compound and an astringent.
Also known as Silver Nitrate, Argentum Nitrate.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4021
- CAS Number
- 7761-88-8
- Molecular Formula
- AgNO3
- Molecular Weight
- 169.87 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28432100
- Grade
- For Molecular Biology
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 212 °C; Boiling point: 440 °C (decomposes); Density: 5.35; Solubility: greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 61 °F.
- Appearance
- Colorless rhombic cyrstals
- Shelf Life
- Stable under recommended storage conditions
- Packaging
- Available in: 10 gm glass bottle with cap, 25 gm glass bottle with cap, 100 gm glass bottle
- Storage
- Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Store only in original container. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Silver Nitrate
- Catalogue No.
- AL4021
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 7761-88-8
- EC Number
- 231-853-9
- Grade
- For Molecular Biology
- EC Index Number
- Silver Nitrate
- Chemical Formula
- AgNO3
- HSN Code
- 28432100
- Synonyms
- Silver Nitrate, Argentum Nitrate
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Reagent for molecular biology applications, particularly in silver-staining protocols.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Ox. Sol. 2; Skin Corr. 1B; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 24470 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Oxidizer, Corrosive, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Light-sensitive, corrosive to metals.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Silver Nitrate
- CAS No.
- 7761-88-8
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with plenty of soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- May cause irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- If large quantities are involved in a fire an explosion may result.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and prevent entry into waterways. Use appropriate personal protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Handle with care. Use gloves and safety goggles. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Store only in original container. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use in a well-ventilated area. If exposure limits are exceeded, use appropriate respiratory protection.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White to colorless
- Odour
- Odorless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- 5.5 (1% solution)
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 212 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 440 °C (decomposes)
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- Not applicable
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 5.35
- Solubility
- greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 61 °F
- Log Pow
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Oxidizer
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions, but reacts with reducing agents and organic materials.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Light sensitive.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides. The substance is a strong oxidant.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong reducing agents, organic materials, and bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition emits toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 chick eggs 0.10 mg; LD50 Swiss albino mice (male) ip 13.9 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse ip 23,783 ug/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1493
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1493
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1493
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1493
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1493
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Silver Nitrate
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Silver Nitrate
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Silver Nitrate
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Silver Nitrate
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Silver Nitrate
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 5.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Silver nitrate is primarily used in molecular biology for silver-staining techniques, which are essential for the visualization of proteins and DNA in polyacrylamide gels. This reagent is crucial in various applications, including the detection of nucleic acids in gel electrophoresis, protein quantification, and as a staining agent in histology. Additionally, silver nitrate is utilized in the preparation of silver nanoparticles and in various chemical syntheses, making it valuable in both research and industrial settings.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL1334A
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 169.87 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay Purity | 99% min | 99.5% |
| Moisture Content | <0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Soluble in water | Complete solubility in water |
The above product is expected to comply with For Molecular Biology grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Molecular Biology | 99% | m.p. 212 °C; b.p. 440 °C (decomposes) | <0.5% | <0.1% | None detected | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 61 °F |
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