Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7761-88-8
Name of the chemical
Silver nitrate
Concentration
>=1-<5
General Information
Version
6.10
Revision date
2026-07-10
Product name
Silver nitrate solution
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H290, H315, H319, H360, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H290
May be corrosive to metals
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Long term hazards
Category 1 aquatic hazard
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H290 May be corrosive to metals. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P234 Keep only in original container. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P405 Store locked up. P406 Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Corrosive to metals : Category 1 Skin irritation : Category 2 Eye irritation : Category 2A Reproductive toxicity : Category 1B Short-term (acute) : Category 1 aquatic hazard Long-term (chronic) : Category 1 aquatic hazard Other hazards