Tin two-chloride represents white crystal powder, we will dissolve in water, alcohol, air, acetone. Melts and boils without decomposition. On air it is gradually hydrolyzed by moisture and is oxidized. SnCl2 crystalline hydrate • 2H2O - "tin salt". Reacts with alkalis, hydrate of ammonia. Strong reducer, weak oxidizer.
Density: 2,71 g/cm ³. Temperature of melting is 247 °C (crystalline hydrate 37,7 °C), temperature of boiling is 652 °C.Chemical formula: SnCl2.
Receive tin two-chloride interaction of Sn with Cl2, NSL or chlorides of other metals.
- as the catalyst for a number of chemical reactions, including polymerizations of epoxides;
- for a covering tin of steel products in the electrochemical way, coverings of mirrors silver and drawings other thin layers of metal;
- as a reducer in organic synthesis;
- as pickle when dyeing fabrics;
- for processing of a surface of glass and plastic before metallization for adhesion increase;
- as a gumboil component when welding;
- for receiving Sn, as reagent for definition of Cl2, I, Hg2+, Fe3 +, etc.;
- for decolouration of petroleum oils;
- for check of gold ingots regarding a fake.
In the food industry it is registered as a food additive emulsifier of E512.
| Name of an indicator | Norm |
| Mass fraction of the main substance, % | 99,1 |
| Content of insoluble substances in HCl, % | 0,005 |
| Mass fraction of sulfates (SO4), % | 0,005 |
| Mass fraction of iron (Fe), % | 0,004 |
| Mass fraction of lead (Pb), % | 0,0058 |
| Mass fraction of alkaline and rare-earth metals, % | 0,01 |
| Mass fraction of arsenic (As), % | 0,0002 |
| Mass fraction of copper (Cu), % | 0,0005 |
Safety requirement of tin two-chloride.
Tin two-chloride does not possess special toxicity, however its dust can cause irritation of skin, mucous and top airways. Hit of a preparation in a working zone therefore all works with it are carried out in an exhaust case at the included ventilation is not allowed. All works with tin two-chloride are carried out in overalls, with application of means of individual protection. Tin two-chloride is fire and explosion-proof.
Packing, transportation and storage.
Tin two-chloride is transported by the railway and motor transport in the covered vehicles according to the rules of transportation of goods existing on this type of transport.
Tin two-chloride is stored in the dry covered ventilated warehouse, and in winter time - heated. Impact of direct sunshine on a product is not allowed.
Warranty period of storage of a product - 1 year from the date of production.
