Silver(I) Fluoride

Basic Information of Silver(I) Fluoride

CAS No.	7775-41-9
EC No.	231-895-8
Chemical Formula	AgF
Molecular Weight	126.87 g/mol
Appearance	Fine white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Odor	Odorless
Melting point	435 °C
Boiling point	~1150 °C (decomposes)
Density	5.852 g/cm³
Solubility	Highly soluble in water (~172 g/100 mL at 20 °C); soluble in ammonia, dilute acids
Nature (hazards)	Causes severe skin burns and eye damage, harmful if swallowed or inhaled, toxic to aquatic life
RIDADR	UN 3260, Corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Silver fluoride), Class 8, Packing Group II
Chemical Structure

Primary Applications of Silver(I) Fluoride

Silver(I) Fluoride is a powerful Ag⁺ and F⁻ source, widely used in fluorination chemistry and silver-based materials.

1. Nucleophilic Fluorination
    Serves as the reagent of choice for halogen exchange (Finkelstein-type) reactions, converting alkyl chlorides/bromides/iodides to fluorides under mild conditions in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.

2. Organometallic Silver Complex Synthesis
    Acts as precursor for preparing Ag(I) fluoride complexes and fluorinated organometallic species in coordination chemistry and catalysis research.

3. Silver Nanoparticle & Colloid Synthesis
    Used in reduction processes to generate Ag nanoparticles with fluoride interfaces, useful in plasmonics, SERS, and antimicrobial applications.

4. Supported Silver Catalyst Preparation
    Employed in impregnation or reduction to deposit Ag on supports for selective oxidation, ethylene oxide catalysis, and fluorination-related processes.

5. Antimicrobial & Biocidal Applications
    Provides Ag⁺ release for antimicrobial coatings, textiles, and medical devices, enhanced by fluoride synergy in certain formulations.

6. Advanced Materials & Electrochemistry
    Used in silver fluoride thin films, solid electrolytes, and functional materials requiring fluoride-containing silver species.

• Accurate Silver Content & Purity
   Precise analytical control ensures uniform Ag content, minimal chloride/heavy metal impurities, and batch reproducibility for reliable performance.

• Secure Precious Metal Sourcing
   Transparent, responsible silver procurement with inventory buffering to provide supply stability and competitive pricing.

• Technical Application Support
   Dedicated specialists provide advice on fluorination protocols, nanoparticle reduction, catalyst preparation, and process optimization.

• Full Regulatory Compliance
   Comprehensive COA, REACH, RoHS, and detailed SDS documentation to facilitate global operations and audits.

• Sustainability & Recycling Commitment
   Ethical sourcing practices and silver recovery/recycling programs aligned with ESG objectives and circular economy principles.

Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Skin Corrosion (Category 1B); Serious Eye Damage (Category 1); Acute Toxicity, Oral (Category 4); Acute Toxicity, Inhalation (Category 4); Aquatic Chronic (Category 2)

• Hazard Statements: H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H302 + H332: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

• UN Number: UN 3260

• Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive substances)

• Packing Group: II