STANNOUS CHLORIDE DIHYD ACS

Appearance

White crystalline powder

Function

Tin(II) chloride is used as a mordant in textile dyeing because it gives brighter colours with some dyes e.g. cochineal. This mordant has also been used alone to increase the weight of silk. It is used as a catalyst in the production of the plastic polylactic acid (PLA). It also finds a use as a catalyst between acetone and hydrogen peroxide to form the tetrameric form of acetone peroxide.

Synonyms

Stannous Chloride Dihydrate ACS; Tin(II) chloride; Tin dichloride; Tin salt; Tin protochloride

Storage

Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Corrosives area. Store protected from moisture.

Packages

25 kg. Fiber Drum
1 lb. Bulk

Industry

Industrial

Product Class

Acs/reagent

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 1 year from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: N/A
Melting Point: 37-38 øC
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 225.65 g/mol