Silver carbonate

Independent reference data for Silver carbonate (CAS 534-16-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as an oxidizing agent (to convert alcohols to aldehydes and ketones) and as a biological stain; [Merck Index]Silver carbonate is used as a reagent in organic synthesis such as the Koenigs-Knorr reaction. It is also employed to convert alkyl bromides into alcohols. (L815)

Synonyms and trade names

Silver carbonate; Silver(I) carbonate; 534-16-7; Disilver carbonate; Fetizon's reagent; Silver(1) carbonate; Silver carbonate (2:1); V9WU3IKN4Q; Carbonic acid, disilver(1+) salt; DTXSID9042384; NSC-112223; diargentio carbonate; RefChem:58667; DTXCID7022384; Argentum carbonicum 6 Special Order; 208-590-3

Regulatory listings held on file

GHS notification summary	0.6% (1 / 166)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	0.6% (1 / 166)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (25.3%), H318 (74.7%), H319 (24.7%), H335 (25.3%), H400 (69.9%), H410 (71.7%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 0.6% (1 of 166) of reports.

H315 (25.3%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

Silver carbonate is identified by CAS 534-16-7, molecular formula CAg2O3 and molecular weight 273.79 g/mol. UNII V9WU3IKN4Q; InChIKey KQTXIZHBFFWWFW-UHFFFAOYSA-L. Melting Point: 218 °C; Density: 6.077 @25 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.