CAS Number
7761-88-8
Grade
ACS USP
Packaging
Bottle
Silver nitrate (AgNO3) is a chemical compound composed of silver, nitrogen, and oxygen. It is a highly soluble, colorless to white crystalline solid at room temperature. Silver nitrate is a versatile compound with applications in different industries.
Appearance: A white, crystalline powder or solid.
Uses:
Chemical Reagent: Silver nitrate is widely used as a chemical reagent in laboratory experiments and chemical synthesis. It is employed in reactions, such as the detection of halide ions (chloride, bromide, iodide) in solution, precipitation reactions, and coordination chemistry.
Precursor: Silver nitrate serves as a precursor in the synthesis of silver compounds and nanomaterials.
Antiseptic: Silver nitrate solutions are used as a topical antiseptic to prevent infection in minor burns, cuts, and wounds. It has bactericidal properties that help kill bacteria.




