Tin Monoxide
Availability
Stannous oxide is usually available in various concentration. Special packaging requirements are available upon request. Tin monoxide is stored in original packing and under conditions mentioned on the safety data sheet (SDS).
Formula
SnO
CAS
21651-19-4
Tin Monoxide
Description
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Appearance
Tin monoxide is composed of tin and oxygen where tin has the oxidation state of +2. There are two forms: a stable blue-black form and a metastable red form. Tin monoxide appears as a black powder.
Solubility
Stannous oxide is not soluble in water.
Uses
Stannous oxide is used for metal surface treatment; it is a raw material for production of pigments. The dominant use of stannous oxide is as a precursor in manufacturing of other, typically divalent, tin compounds or salts. Stannous oxide may also be employed as a reducing agent and in the creation of ruby glass. It has a minor use as an esterification catalyst.
Classification
Request safety data sheet (SDS) and refer to points 4, 5, 6, 8, 10,13, 14, 15. Technical specifications are provided on request according to the application.
Safety
Request safety data sheet (SDS) and refer to points 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13.
Specifications
Technical specifications are provided on request according to the application: tin monoxide is stored in original packing and under conditions mentioned on the safety data sheet (SDS).
Synonyms
Tin(II) oxide, stannous oxide.