Silver(I,III) oxide (silver peroxide)
CAS 1301-96-8
Silver peroxide is the high-capacity cathode chemistry — the active material of silver oxide primary batteries for military, aerospace and specialty applications, and a strong solid oxidant in synthesis.
Typical specification
| Molecular formula | AgO (Agᴵ Agᴵᴵᴵ O₂) |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 123.87 |
| Purity (metals basis) | ≥ 99% |
| Silver content | ≥ 87.1% |
| Appearance | Charcoal-grey to black powder |
| Active oxygen | Certified per lot (battery grade) |
| HS code (export) | 2843290000 |
Lot-specific COA issued with every shipment. SDS and ICP elemental impurity data available on request.
Where AgO is used
Silver-zinc battery cathodes
Battery-grade AgO delivers roughly double the capacity of Ag₂O per gram — the cathode chemistry of high-energy-density silver-zinc cells for torpedo, launch and aerospace power.
Oxidation chemistry
A strong heterogeneous oxidant for research use where a solid, filterable silver-based oxidizer is convenient.
Storage and shipping
Storage. Store sealed, cool and dry, away from organics and reducing agents; oxidizing solid.
Shipping. Oxidizer classification applies; shipped in UN-approved packaging with DG documentation. Silver export licensing confirmed per order.
Packaging. 25 g · 100 g · 500 g · Battery-grade lots by contained Ag weight
Synonyms
- Silver peroxide
- Argentic oxide
- AgO battery grade
- Divalent silver oxide
Frequently asked questions
How is pricing structured?
Quotes reference the day's silver price on assayed contained metal plus a stated conversion charge, lockable at order confirmation.
AgO or Ag₂O for battery work?
AgO roughly doubles capacity per gram but is the stronger oxidizer with stricter handling; Ag₂O offers flatter discharge. Battery-grade AgO lots ship with active-oxygen certification.
Do you take back spent material?
Yes — residues and off-spec lots are assayed on receipt and the recovered metal credited against your next order.