Molekula
Silver iodide
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Silver iodide (AgI) is an inorganic compound primarily used in cloud seeding to induce rainfall, as a photographic emulsion sensitizer, and in analytical chemistry for precipitation reactions. It appears as a yellowish solid with limited solubility in water. This chemical has a CAS number of 7783-96-2, a molecular weight of 234.7727 g/mol, and requires ambient storage conditions. The signal word for safety classification is Warning. Molekula supplies silver iodide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellowish powder or solid |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.05% |
| Assay | ≥99.5% |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤0.003% |
| Hydrotrope | ≤0.025% |
| Solution reaction | Conforms |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow, powder; crystals are hexagonal or cubic |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 552 °C |
| Boiling Point | 1506 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 1 mmHg at 820 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 24563 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 73838712 |
| CAS Number | 7783-96-2 |
| IUPAC Name | iodosilver |
| Molecular Formula | AgI |
| Molecular Weight | 234.7727 |
| Exact Mass | 233.8096 |
| SMILES | [Ag]I |
| InChIKey | MSFPLIAKTHOCQP-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Ag.HI/h;1H/q+1;/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 24563 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28432901 |
| Tariff Code | 2843290000 |
Safety & GHS
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
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
- Argentum Iodatum
- Colloidal silver iodide
- iodeto de prata
- Iodure d'argent
- Neosiluol
- Neosilvol
- Silver iodide (AgI)
- Silver monoiodide
- Silver(1+) iodide
- yoduro de plata
Frequently asked questions
What is silver iodide commonly used for?
Silver iodide is primarily used in cloud seeding to promote rainfall, as a catalyst in organic synthesis, and in photographic emulsions.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of silver iodide?
The molecular formula is **AgI**, and the molecular weight is **234.7727 g/mol**.
What safety classification does silver iodide have?
Silver iodide is classified with a **Signal Word: Warning** under GHS regulations.
How should silver iodide be stored?
Store silver iodide at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
Does Molekula offer silver iodide in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply silver iodide in **bulk quantities** upon request, depending on availability and order size.
What documentation is provided with a silver iodide order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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