M.S.D.S. 0260
Material Safety Data Sheet
City University of Hong Kong
MSDS STANNIC CHLORIDE, 5-HYDRATE 0260
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PRODUCT INFORMATION
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Product Name: Stannic Chloride, 5-Hydrate
Chinese Name: 麓芒陇脝驴眉(IV)
Common Synonyms: Tin (IV) Chloride, 5-Hydrate; Tin Perchloride, 5-Hydrate; Tin Tetrachloride
Chemical Family: Tin Compounds
Formula: SnCl 4 5H2O
Formula Wt.: 350.58
CAS No.: 10026-06-9
Product Use: Laboratory Reagent
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RISK SYMBOL
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PHYSICAL DATA
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Physical State: Solid
Boiling Point: 114 deg. C (237 deg. F) Vapor Pressure (mmHg): 30
(@ 760 mmHg) (20 deg. C)
Melting Point: -33 deg. C (-27 deg. F) Vapor Density (Air=1): 9.0
(@ 760 mmHg)
Specific Gravity: 2.26 Evaporation Rate: N/A
(H2O=1)
Solubility(H2O): Appreciable (>10%) % Volatiles By Volume: 0
(21 deg. C)
pH: N/A
Odor Threshold (ppm): N/A
Coefficient Water/Oil Distribution: N/A
Appearance & Odor: White solid. Odorless.
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
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Flash Point (Closed Cup): N/A
Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Flammable Limits: Upper - N/A Lower - N/A
Fire Extinquishing Media: Use dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Do not use water.
Special Fire-Fighting Procedures:
Firefighters should wear proper protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus with full
facepiece operated in positive pressure mode. Move exposed containers from fire area if it can be done
without risk. Use water to keep fire-exposed containers cool; do not get water inside containers.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: Closed containers exposed to heat may explode.
Toxic Gases Produced: Hydrogen chloride
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REACTIVITY DATA
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Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions To Avoid: Moisture
Incompatibles: Water, strong reducing agents
Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride
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HEALTH HAZARD DATA
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Inhalation: Severe irritation of respiratory system
Skin Contact: Severe irritation or burns
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Eye Contact: Severe irritation or burns
Skin Absorption: None identified
Ingestion: None identified
Chronic Effects: None identified
Threshold Limit Value (TLV/TWA): 2 mg/m3
TLV Is For Tin, Oxide And Inorganic Compounds, Except SnH 4, As Sn.
Short-Term Exposure Limit (STEL): Not established
Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): 2 mg/m3
PEL Is For Tin, Inorganic Compounds, Except Oxides, As Sn.
Toxicity Of Components:
Intraperitoneal Mouse LD 50 For Stannic Chloride, 5-Hydrate 41 mg/kg
Intravenous Mouse LD50 For Stannic Chloride, 5-Hydrate 32 mg/kg
Carcinogenicity: NTP: No IARC: No Z LIST: No OSHA REG: No
Carcinogenicity: None identified.
Reproductive Effects: None identified.
Target Organs: Eyes, Skin, Respiratory System
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated By Exposure: None identified
Primary Routes Of Entry: Inhalation, eye contact, skin contact
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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Ingestion: Call a physician. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen.
Skin Contact:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before re-use.
Eye Contact: In case of eye contact, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
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PREVENTATIVE MEASURES
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Ventilation: Use general or local exhaust ventilation to meet TLV requirements.
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Respiratory Protection:
Respiratory protection required if airborne concentration exceeds TLV. At concentrations up to 100
mg/m3, a high-efficiency particulate respirator is recommended. Above this level, a self-contained
breathing apparatus is advised.
Eye/Skin Protection: Safety goggles, uniform, apron, rubber gloves arerecommended.
Storage Requirements: Keep container tightly closed. Store in corrosion-proof area.
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DATA
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Steps To Be Taken In The Event Of A Spill Or Discharge:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. With clean shovel, carefully place
material into clean, dry container and cover; remove from area. Flush spill area with water.
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