Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data
Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information
Basic Product Information
Regulatory Identifiers
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European Community number - used for regulatory compliance in EU/EEA
Uses Information
Overview
Tin(IV) chloride (CAS: 7646-78-8 ) commonly used laboratory chemicals, synthesis of substances.
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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings
Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications
Classification Status
Signal Word
Hazard Classifications
GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols
GHS05
GHS07
GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions
Hazard Statements
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
- H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements
- P261: Avoid breathing mist or vapors.
- P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P273: Avoid release to the environment.
- P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
- P301 + P330 + P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P303 + P361 + P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P304 + P340 + P310: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
- P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
- P310: Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
- P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
- P403 + P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P405: Store locked up.
- P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
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Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients
Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Product Type
SubstanceChemical Components & Hazardous Substances
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tin(IV) chloride EC: 231-588-9 | 7646-78-8 | 100% | ⚠️ Hazardous |
Additional Information
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Emergency First Aid Measures
Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies
🫁 Inhalation Exposure
fresh air. Call in physician.
🖐️ Skin Contact
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.
👁️ Eye Contact
rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing
make victim drink water (two glasses at most), avoid vomiting (risk of perforation). Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralise.
Symptoms:
risk of perforation
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Technical Specifications & Material Properties
Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment
🧤 Hand Protection
Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:KCL 741 Dermatril L. Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:KCL 741 Dermatril L. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves.
👁️ Eye Protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles
😷 Respiratory Protection
Recommended Filter type: Filter B-(P2). The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented. required when vapours/aerosols are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system.
🦺 Skin/Body Protection
Acid-resistant protective clothing
🌍 Environmental Exposure Controls
Do not let product enter drains.
Transportation & Shipping Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements
🏷️ UN Number
1827
📦 Proper Shipping Name
Stannic chloride, anhydrous
⚠️ Transport Hazard Class
8
📋 Packing Group
II
Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions
Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance
What other names is Tin(IV) chloride known by?
Tin(IV) chloride is also known as: Stannic chloride fuming
What is the hazard signal word for Tin(IV) chloride?
The signal word for this substance is "danger".
What is the physical form of Tin(IV) chloride?
Tin(IV) chloride is a liquid with colorless color. It has no data available odor.
What is Tin(IV) chloride used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
What are the hazard statements for Tin(IV) chloride?
This substance has 3 hazard statements: H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What is the melting point of Tin(IV) chloride?
The melting point is -33 C (-27 F) and the boiling point is 114 C 237 F.