Molekula
Tin (II) chloride
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Tin(II) chloride is a reducing agent used in electroplating, organic synthesis, and as a reagent in analytical chemistry. Other applications include tin-plating steel for can manufacture, textile dyeing and printing, and catalysing the production of polylactic acid plastic. It appears as a white or colorless crystalline solid, soluble in water and ethanol. CAS: 7772-99-8, Molecular formula: SnCl2, Molecular weight: 189.62 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Tin(II) chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white crystalline powder |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≥ 37% |
| Assay | 99.0 - 101.0% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 0.02% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 0.0002% |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.005% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Identification by Chloride USP | Conforms to structure |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White, ortho rhombic crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 246 °C |
| Boiling Point | 623 °C |
| Density | 3.90 g/cm³ |
| Vapour Pressure | 3.3 kPa at 427.9 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 24479 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 38143848 |
| CAS Number | 7772-99-8 |
| IUPAC Name | dichlorotin |
| EC Number | 231-868-0 |
| Molecular Formula | SnCl2 |
| Molecular Weight | 189.62 |
| Exact Mass | 189.8399 |
| SMILES | Cl[Sn]Cl |
| InChIKey | AXZWODMDQAVCJE-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2ClH.Sn/h2*1H;/q;;+2/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 24479 |
| UN Number | UN3260 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 2827391000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Anhydrous stannous chloride
- CI 77864
- Dichlorotin
- SnCl(2)
- Stannous chloride
- Stannous chloride anhydrous
- Stannous dichloride
- Tin chloride (SnCl2)
- Tin(II) chloride (1:2)
- Uniston CR-HT 200
Frequently asked questions
What is Tin (II) chloride used for?
Tin(II) chloride is commonly used as a reducing agent in chemical synthesis and in electroplating processes, particularly for tin coating applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Tin (II) chloride?
The formula is SnCl2 and the molecular weight is 189.62 g/mol.
How should Tin (II) chloride be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and air to prevent oxidation.
What grade of Tin (II) chloride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Tin(II) chloride in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply Tin (II) chloride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Tin(II) chloride in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Tin (II) chloride order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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