Molekula
Silver benzoate
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Silver benzoate is the silver(I) salt of benzoic acid, a silver carboxylate with the formula C6H5CO2Ag, commonly used as a reagent in organic synthesis, as an antimicrobial agent, and in photographic processes. It is also employed in medical applications for its antibacterial properties. This chemical has a molecular weight of 228.98, requires ambient storage, and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies silver benzoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £35.80 per pack ex VAT · £42.96 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white/ pale beige powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Purity (Titration) | ≥98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | Not regulated |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89994238 |
| CAS Number | 532-31-0 |
| IUPAC Name | silver benzoate |
| EC Number | 208-533-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5CO2Ag |
| Molecular Weight | 228.98 |
| Exact Mass | 227.9341 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)[O-].[Ag+] |
| InChIKey | CLDWGXZGFUNWKB-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H6O2.Ag/c8-7(9)6-4-2-1-3-5-6;/h1-5H,(H,8,9);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 164649 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28432901 |
| Tariff Code | 2843290000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- benzoic acid silver
- BENZOIC ACID SILVER SALT
- Benzoic acid, silver(1+) salt
- Benzoic acid, silver(1+) salt (1:1)
- C7H5AgO2
- SILVER BENZOATE (AGOBZ)
- Silver benzoate hydrate
- Silver(1+) benzoate
- SILVER(I) BENZOATE
Frequently asked questions
What is silver benzoate commonly used for?
Silver benzoate is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, for example as the catalyst for the Wolff rearrangement in Arndt–Eistert homologation and in Prévost and Hunsdiecker-type reactions with iodine, and in some photographic processes.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of silver benzoate?
The molecular formula is C₆H₅CO₂Ag and the molecular weight is 228.98 g/mol.
How should silver benzoate be stored?
Store silver benzoate at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances.
What grades or purities of silver benzoate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical grade silver benzoate; custom purities may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply silver benzoate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply silver benzoate in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements.
What documentation is provided with a silver benzoate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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