Stannous (Tin II) Chloride
Stannous (Tin II) Chloride is a white to pale crystalline compound used as a reducing agent, catalyst, and in electroplating and chemical processes.
Available in Packaging : 25/50 kg HDPE BAG
Description
Properties | Specification | ||
Molecular formula | SnCl₂ | Appearance | Colourless Crystalline Solid. |
Molar mass | 189.60 (anhydrous) 225.63 (dihydrate) | Assay (as SnCl₂H₂O) | 97% Min. |
Density | 3.95 g/cm³ (anhydrous) 2.71 g/cm³ (dihydrate) | Solubility | Should form clear soln. of 10 gms solid in 100 ml Conc. HCl at 300C very easily. |
Melting point | 247 °C (anhydrous) 37.7 °C (dihydrate) | ||
Boiling point | 623 °C (decomp.) | ||
Solubility in water | 83.9 g/100 ml (0 °C) Hydrolyses in hot water | ||
Applications :
- Stannous Chloride is used for metallic surfaces or glass and plastic as a sensitizing agent in preparing glass and plastic for metalizing. Examples include mirrors, metalized glazing and electronic components on a plastic base.
- Stannous Chloride Anhydrous is used as an intermediate catalyst in the production of many pharmaceutical products.
- Stannous Chloride also acts as a powerful reducing agent for many processes.
- Other uses of Stannous Chloride include but are not limited to:
- Tin electroplating baths, Corrosion inhibitor, Art glass coloring, Polymers, Thermoplastic, elastomers, Soldering flux, Antioxidant, Sensitizes glass and plastic, Reducing agent for drilling, A catalyst in petrochemical refining, Tanning agent, Pharmaceuticals, Aluminum anodizing, Food and beverage preservative, Thin film, plating, Resins
