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HCID 177781Generated: October 23, 2026

Iodosilver

iodanylsilver · Silver iodide (Ag131I)(8CI,9CI)

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Iodosilver molecular structure

Identifiers & Physical Properties

CAS No.16734-14-8
Molecular formulaAgI
Average molar mass238.774 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass237.8112216 g/mol
SMILES[Ag][131I]
InChIKeyMSFPLIAKTHOCQP-TUDVEANBSA-M
PubChem CID177781
DTXSIDDTXSID80168278

Chemical & Physical Properties

Topological polar surface area0
Hydrogen bond donors0
Hydrogen bond acceptors0
Rotatable bonds0
Heavy atoms2
Formal charge0
Complexity2

Safety & Regulations

TreatmentEYES: irrigate opened eyes for several minutes under running water. INGESTION: do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water (never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person). Seek immediate medical advice. SKIN: should be treated immediately by rinsing the affected parts in cold running water for at least 15 minutes, followed by thorough washing with soap and water. If necessary, the person should shower and change contaminated clothing and shoes, and then must seek medical attention. INHALATION: supply fresh air. If required provide artificial respiration.
Health effectsSilver itself is not toxic to humans, but most silver salts are. In large doses, silver and compounds containing it can be absorbed into the circulatory system and become deposited in various body tissues, leading to argyria, which results in a blue-grayish pigmentation of the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Argyria is rare, and although, so far as known, this condition does not otherwise harm a person's health, it is disfiguring and usually permanent. Mild forms of argyria are sometimes mistaken for cyanosis. (L809)
Exposure routesOral (L808)inhalation (L808)dermal (L808)
Toxicity summaryMetallic silver is oxidized and may deposit in the tissues, causing arygria. The silver ion is known to inhibit glutathione peroxidase and NA+,K+-ATPase activity, disrupting selenium-catalyzed sulfhydryl oxidation-reduction reactions and intracellular ion concentrations, respectively. Silver nanoparticles are believed to disrupt the mitochondrial respiratory chain, causing oxidative stress, reduced ATP synthesis, and DNA damage. (L808, A243, A244, A245, A246)
Signs and SymptomsExposure to high levels of silver for a long period of time may result in a condition called arygria, a blue-gray discoloration of the skin and other body tissues. Argyria is a permanent effect but does not appear to be harmful to health. Exposure to high levels of silver in the air has resulted in breathing problems, lung and throat irritation, and stomach pains. Skin contact with silver can cause mild allergic reactions such as rash, swelling, and inflammation in some people. (L808)
Carcinogen ClassificationNo indication of carcinogenicity to humans (not listed by IARC).
Toxicity DataLD50: 2820 mg/kg (Oral, Rat) (L821)