Silver(1+) fluoride

Basic Information

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CAS Number

7775-41-9

Molecular Formula

AgF

Molecular Weight

126.87 g/mol

Chemical Classification

Fine Chemicals Specialty Chemicals UV Stabilizers

Electronic Chemicals Semiconductor Materials Etchants

Water Treatment Chemicals Disinfectants Chlorine Compounds

Basic Physical Properties

Melting Point

≥300 °C

Boiling Point

1159 °C/1 atm

Density

5.852 g/mL at 25 °C

Water Solubility

182 g/100 mL (15.5 ºC)

Flash Point

1150°C

SMILES

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[F-].[Ag+]

InChI

InChI=1S/Ag.FH/h;1H/q+1;/p-1

InChIKey

REYHXKZHIMGNSE-UHFFFAOYSA-M

LogP

0.42020

Complexity

Safety Information

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GHS Hazard Pictograms

H301

H311

H315

H318

H331

Hazard Statement

H301 Toxic if swallowed
Acute toxicity, oral

H311 Toxic in contact with skin
Acute toxicity, dermal

H315 Causes skin irritation
Skin corrosion/irritation

H318 Causes serious eye damage
Serious eye damage/eye irritation

H331 Toxic if inhaled
Acute toxicity, inhalation

Hazard Class

Class 8 Class 8

Stability

Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, reducing agents. Light sensitive. Hygroscopic.

Sensitiveness

Moisture Sensitive & Hygroscopic

Synonyms & References

English

fluoreto de prata
Silver fluoride
Argentous fluoride
silver(1+) fluoride
fluoruro de plata
Ag-F
NS00081013
7775-41-9
A839181
CHEBI:30340
silver;fluoride
fluorure d'argent
FT-0676087
fluoruro d'argento
AKOS015833219
11113-87-4
Silverfluoride
Silver (I) fluoride, Trace metals grade, 99.9%
Silver monofluoride
SILVER FLUORIDE [MI]
DTXSID4042383
silver fluoride
Silver(I) fluoride
Silver(I) fluoride, 99+%
silver salt, fluoride
silver(1+) ion fluoride
SBB085665

MDL Number

MFCD00003410

Customs Code

28432900

FAQ

What are the physical and chemical properties of Silver(I) fluoride (CAS: 7775-41-9)?

Silver(I) fluoride is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 87.08 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water (0.02 g/L at 20°C) and is highly reactive, especially with moisture and organic compounds. It readily forms complexes with other metals and is used in various applications due to its reactivity and specificity.

How is Silver(I) fluoride (CAS: 7775-41-9) typically synthesized?

Silver(I) fluoride is typically synthesized by the reaction of silver metal with gaseous fluorine or by the treatment of silver nitrate with hydrofluoric acid. Common methods include the direct fluorination of silver metal or the metathesis reaction of silver nitrate with hydrofluoric acid, yielding a high yield and selectivity for the desired product.

What industries use Silver(I) fluoride (CAS: 7775-41-9)?

Silver(I) fluoride is used in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of silver-containing compounds, in the polymer industry for modifying properties of polymers, in the semiconductor industry as a dopant, and in the sensor industry for its selective reactivity with certain analytes.

What precautions should be taken when handling Silver(I) fluoride (CAS: 7775-41-9)?

Handling Silver(I) fluoride requires appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, goggles, and a lab coat. It should be stored in a closed container in a cool, dry place away from moisture and organic materials. In case of spill, use appropriate safety measures and refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for further guidance.