506-61-6

Basic information

• Product Name: Potassium dicyanoargentate
• Synonyms: Argentate(1-),bis(cyano-c)-,potassium;bis(cyano-c)-argentate(1-potassium;dicyano-argentate(1-potassium;dicyano-argentates(i)(sol;kyanostribrnandraselny;kyanostribrnandraselny(czech);potassiumargentocyanide;potassiumbis(cyano-c)argentate(1-)
• CAS NO: 506-61-6
• Molecular Formula: C2AgN2.K
• Molecular Weight: 199
• EINECS: 208-047-0
• Product Categories: Inorganics;metal cyanide
• Mol File: 506-61-6.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 25.7 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: °C
• Appearance: White/Powder
• Density: 2.36
• Storage Temp.: Poison room
• Water Solubility: soluble
• Sensitive: Light Sensitive
• Stability: Stable, but light sensitive. Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
• Merck: 14,7669
• CAS DataBase Reference: Potassium dicyanoargentate(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Potassium dicyanoargentate(506-61-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Potassium dicyanoargentate(506-61-6)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: T+,N,Xi
• Statements: 26/27/28-32-50/53-36/37/38
• Safety Statements: 7-1/2-29-45-61-60-37/39-28A-26
• RIDADR: UN 1588 6.1/PG 1
• WGK Germany: 3
• RTECS: TT5775000
• TSCA: Yes
• HazardClass: 6.1
• PackingGroup: I
• Hazardous Substances Data: 506-61-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Potassium dicyanoargentate, also known as potassium silver cyanide, is a white crystalline solid that is poisonous and light sensitive. It is composed of white crystals and is soluble in water and acids, with slight solubility in ethanol. When heated to decomposition, it emits very toxic fumes. Potassium dicyanoargentate is used in various applications due to its unique properties as a versatile bridging ligand.

Uses

Used in Silver Plating Industry:
Potassium dicyanoargentate is used as a plating agent for silver plating. It provides a smooth and reflective finish to various objects, enhancing their appearance and durability.
Used in Manufacturing of Antiseptics:
In the pharmaceutical industry, potassium dicyanoargentate is used as a key component in the production of antiseptics. Its bactericidal properties help in the formulation of effective antiseptic solutions.
Used in Multidimensional Polymer Construction:
Potassium dicyanoargentate is used as a versatile bridging ligand in the construction of multidimensional polymers. Its ability to form stable complexes with other molecules makes it a valuable component in the development of advanced polymer materials.

Reactivity Profile

Potassium dicyanoargentate is light sensitive. Acids precipitate silver cyanide from its aqueous solution. Fusion with metal chlorates, perchlorates, nitrates or nitrites can cause violent explosions [Bretherick 1979 p. 101].

Health Hazard

The primary health hazard is as a cyanide. (Non-specific -- Cyanide, Inorganic, n.o.s.). It is poisonous and may be fatal if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through the skin. Fire may produce irritating or poisonous gases.

Health Hazard

Potassium silver cyanide is a poisonous, white solid made of crystals, which are light sensitive. It is soluble in water and acids, and slightly soluble in ethanol. It emits very toxic fumes when heated to decomposition. Synonyms for potassium silver cyanide are potassium argentocyanide and potassium dicyanoargentate

Fire Hazard

When heated to decomposition, Potassium dicyanoargentate emits very toxic fumes of cyanide and nitrogen oxides. Avoid light.

Flammability and Explosibility

Notclassified

Safety Profile

Poison by ingestion. A severe skin and eye irritant. When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of CN-, K2O, and NOx. See also CYANIDE and SILVER COMPOUNDS.

Potential Exposure

Potassium silver cyanide is used in silver plating; as a bactericide; and in the manufacture of antiseptics. Not registered for use as a pesticide in the United States

Shipping

UN1588 Cyanides, inorganic, solid, n.o.s., Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials, Technical Name Required.

Incompatibilities

Contact with acid, acid fumes release hydrogen cyanide. Incompatible with water, steam, or when heated to decomposition, emits toxic and flammable cyanide vapors. Potassium silver cyanide reacts with carbon dioxide releasing hydrogen cyanide. Light sensitive. Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates, nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine, bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions. Keep away from alkaline materi- als, strong bases, strong acids, oxoacids, epoxides. Acids precipitate silver cyanide from its aqueous solution. Fusion with metal chlorates, perchlorates, nitrates or nitrites can cause violent explosions

Waste Disposal

Consult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on acceptable disposal practices. Generators of waste containing this contaminant (≥100 kg/mo) must conform with EPA regulations govern- ing storage, transportation, treatment, and waste disposal.

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