ICSC 0954 - TIN(IV) OXIDE

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TIN(IV) OXIDE	ICSC: 0954 (October 2004)
Stannic oxide Stannic anhydride Tin dioxide

CAS #: 18282-10-5

EC Number: 242-159-0

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin		Protective gloves.	Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes		Wear safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from strong reducing agents.
PACKAGING

TIN(IV) OXIDE

ICSC: 0954

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE OR SLIGHTLY GREY POWDER. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Reacts violently with strong reducing agents.	Formula: SnO₂ Molecular mass: 150.7 Sublimation point: 1800-1900°C Melting point: 1630°C Density: 6.95 g/cm³ Solubility in water: none

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE OR SLIGHTLY GREY POWDER.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Reacts violently with strong reducing agents.

Formula: SnO₂
Molecular mass: 150.7
Sublimation point: 1800-1900°C
Melting point: 1630°C
Density: 6.95 g/cm³
Solubility in water: none

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure Effects of short-term exposure May cause mechanical irritation to the respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged inhalation of dust particles may cause effects on the lungs. This may result in a benign pneumoconiosis (stannosis).

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure

Effects of short-term exposure
May cause mechanical irritation to the respiratory tract.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged inhalation of dust particles may cause effects on the lungs. This may result in a benign pneumoconiosis (stannosis).

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 2 mg/m³, as TWA. EU-OEL: 2 mg/m³ as TWA

ENVIRONMENT
Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur in crustacea.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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