Stannous / Tin II Sulphate
Stannous (Tin II) Sulphate is an inorganic tin salt used mainly in electroplating and chemical processes. It serves as a source of tin ions and helps achieve uniform coatings and controlled reactions.
Available in Packaging : 25/50 kg HDPE Bag
Description
Properties | Specification | ||
Molecular formula | SnSO₄ | Tin Metal % by mass | 54 |
Molar mass | 214.773 | Moisture% | 0.5 |
Appearance | white-yellowish crystalline solid deliquescent | Heavy Metals % by mass | 0.05% Max. |
Density | 4.15 g/cm³ | Sulphate Pentahydrate (Assay) | 98%Min. |
Melting point | 378 °C | ||
Boiling point | decomposes to SnO₂ and SO₂ | ||
Solubility in water | 33 g/100 ml (25 °C) | ||
Applications :
- Used in tin galvanizing
- Acts as a reducing agent while manufacturing polymers
- Used as mordant in dyeing
- Acts as catalyst that produces the foaming action and turns liquid plastic into a foamlike solid structure while manufacturing polyurethane foam
- Used as a stabilizer for perfumes
