Characteristic

Silver perchlorate is the chemical compound with the formula AgClO4. This white solid forms a monohydrate and is mildly deliquescent. It is a useful source of the Ag+ ion, although the presence of perchlorate presents risks.

Chemical formula:AgClO₄

Molar mass:207.319 g/mol

Appearance:Colorless hygroscopic crystals

Density:2.806 g/cm³

Melting point:486 °C (907 °F; 759 K) (decomposes)

Solubility in water:557 g/100 mL (25 °C);792.8 g/100 mL (99 °C)

Solubility:soluble in organic solvents

Crystal structure:cubic

Application

Silver perchlorate is used as a catalyst in organic chemistry. It is an effective reagent for replacing halides ligands with perchlorate. It is also used in the manufacturing of explosives.