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Silver(I) oxide(20667-12-3)

Silver(I) oxide(20667-12-3)
Product IdentificationBack to Contents
【Product Name】

Silver(I) oxide
【Synonyms】

Argentous oxide
Disilver oxide
【CAS】

20667-12-3
【Formula】

Ag2O
【Molecular Weight】

231.73
【EINECS】

243-957-1
【RTECS】

VW4900000
【RTECS Class】

Other
【Merck】

12,8665
【Beilstein/Gmelin】

9260 (G)
Physical and Chemical PropertiesBack to Contents
【Appearance】

Odorless brown-black solid.
【Solubility in water】

Insoluble
【Melting Point】

800 - 830
【Density】

7.14 g/cm3
【Usage】

Used as a catalyst.
【Odor threshold】

Odorless
First Aid MeasuresBack to Contents
【Ingestion】

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
【Inhalation】

Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
【Skin】

Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
【Eyes】

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed.
Handling and StorageBack to Contents
【Storage】

Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not store near combustible materials. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store protected from light.
【Handling】

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with clothing and other combustible materials. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Store protected from light. Do not store near combustible materials.
Hazards IdentificationBack to Contents
【Inhalation】

May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema.
【Skin】

May cause skin irritation. May cause severe irritation and possible burns.
【Eyes】

Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns.
【Ingestion】

Harmful if swallowed. May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns.
【Hazards】

Strong oxidizer. Contact with combustible materials may cause a fire.
【EC Risk Phrase】

R 37/38 41
【EC Safety Phrase】

S 26 37/39
【UN (DOT)】

1479
Exposure Controls/Personal ProtectionBack to Contents
【Personal Protection】

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
【Respirators】

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
【Exposure Effects】

Chronic inhalation or ingestion may cause argyria characterized by blue-gray discoloration of the eyes, skin and mucous membrances. Chronic skin contact may cause permanent discoloration of the skin.
【Poison Class】

4
Fire Fighting MeasuresBack to Contents
【Fire Fighting】

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Strong oxidizer. Contact with combustible materials may cause a fire. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) to prevent contact with thermal decomposition products. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
Accidental Release MeasuresBack to Contents
【Small spills/leaks】

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation.
Stability and ReactivityBack to Contents
【Incompatibilities】

Carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, mercury, selenium, sulfur, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, sodium potassium, seleninyl chloride, auric sulfide, mercury sulfide, antimony sulfide, nitroalkanes, amines, strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, ammonia + ethanol, hydrazine + ethanol, cupric oxide, ammonia.
【Stability】

Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions. Absorbs carbon dioxide from the air. Explodes on contact with ammonia.
【Decomposition】

Irritating and toxic fumes and gases, oxygen, silver fumes.
Transport InformationBack to Contents
【UN Number】

1479
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