SILVER CITRATE
Ag₃C₆H₅O₇
| Property | Details |
|---|
| IUPAC Name | Trisilver citrate |
| Common Name | Silver citrate |
| Chemical Formula | Ag₃C₆H₅O₇ |
| Molar Mass | 512.7 g·mol⁻¹ |
| CAS Number | 126-45-4 |
| Appearance | White to light grayish powder |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Melting Point | Decomposes on heating (no definite melting point) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (decomposes) |
| Density | ~4.35 g·cm⁻³ |
| Solubility in Water | Practically insoluble; slightly soluble in ammonia or dilute acids |
| Oxidation State of Ag | +1 |
Hazards (GHS)
| Type | Description |
|---|
| Irritant | May cause skin, eye or respiratory irritation |
| Environmental | Very toxic to aquatic life (due to silver ion release) |
| Decomposition Hazard | Decomposes on heating forming silver oxide and carbon oxides |
Safety Notes
Handle with gloves and safety goggles; avoid dust formation.
Keep away from heat and light.
Store in tightly sealed, dry, dark containers.
Do not release into drains or the environment.
