Showa Kako Corporation
MSDS No.G0502E Stannic Chloride Anhydarate
Rev-4 April 12, 2013

Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1 – Product and Company Identification

Product Name

Stannic Chloride Anhydrate

Chemical Name

Tin(IV) Chloride Pentahydrate

Chemical Formula

SnCl4

Company Identification

Showa Kako Corporation
18-23, Yoshino-cho, Suita-city, Osaka 564-0054
JAPANTelephone Number+81-6-6384-1501

24-hour Emergency+81-6-6384-1501

Telephone Number
Fax Number+81-6-6384-2287

Section 2 – Hazards Information
Inhalation

Dust from the product, if present, may cause respiratory
information following an excessive inhalation exposure.

SkinMay produce skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Ingestion

Not expected to present a significant ingestion hazards
under anticipated condition of normal use.

GHS Classification
Physical Hazards
Corrosive to metals

Category 1

Health Hazards
Acute toxicity

Category 4

Skin corrosion

Category 1C

Serious eye damage/ eye irritation

Category 1

Germ cell mutagenicity

Category 2

Carcinogenicity

Category 2

Specific target organs/ systemic

Category 1(Respiratory system, Central

toxicity following single exposure

nervous systems)
Category 3(Respiratory tract irritation,Narcotic effects)

Specific target organs/ systemic

Category 1(Liver, Central nervous

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toxicity following repeated exposuresystems, Lungs)

Environmental Hazards
Hazardous to the aquatic environment

Category 2(acute)
Skin corrosion

Category 2

GHS Symbol

Signal Word

DangerHazard Statements
H290 May be corrosive to metals
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
H351 Suspected of causing cancer
H370 Causes damage to organs （Respiratory system, Centralnervous systems)
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged orrepeated exposure (Liver, Central nervous systems,Lungs)
H401 Toxic to aquatic life
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements
P234 Keep only in original container.
P264 Wash hand and face, etc. thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye
protection/face protection.
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have beenread and understood.
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
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Response Statements
P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material-damage.
P330 Rinse mouth.
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately allcontaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at restin a position comfortable for breathing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several
minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy todo. Continue rinsing.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P314 Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell.
P391 Collect spillage.
Storage Statements
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly
closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P406 Store in corrosive resistant/ container with a resistantinner liner.
Disposal Statements
P501 Dispose of contents/ container through a waste
management company authorized by the local
government.

Section 3 – Composition and Information on Ingredients
Substance/Mixture

Substance

Chemical Name

Tin(IV) Chloride Anhydrate

CAS #7646-78-8

Percent

99.5% min.

Section 4 – First Aid Measures
Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Consult with
ophthalmologist.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Consult
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with a physician if symptoms occur.
Ingestion

Immediately wash mouth with plenty of water and give 1 - 2 cupfuls ofmilk or water if victim is conscious and alert. Consult with a physician.

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air, wash out nasal aperture and mouth with plenty ofwater. If breathing is difficult, give artificial respiration. If notbreathing, give oxygen. Consult with a physician.

Section 5 – Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point

No data foundAutoignition

None

Explosion Limits

Lower

No data foundUpper

No data found

Extinguish Media

Water, powder, carbon dioxide, foam

Firefighting Instructions

Avoid non-firefighting equipped personnel to enter.
Extinguish upwind from the fire wearing appropriate
protective gear.

Section 6 – Accidental Release Measures
Spills/ Leaks

Evacuate area. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus, rubber boots and heavy rubber gloves.
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raisingdust. Do not contact with skin. Do not inhale. Wash spill site aftermaterial pickup is complete.

Section 7 – Handling and Storage
Handling

Wear appropriate protective gear. Do not contact with eyes, skinand on clothing. Do not inhale. Handle with care. Wash mouth andhand after handling the material.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Avoid such conditions as direct
sunlight and high piling. Store in low-humid, low-temperature
area.

Section 8 – Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering

Facilities storing or utilizing the material should be equipped withControls

an eye wash facilities and a safety shower. Use adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Exposure Limits

No data found

Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes

Safety goggles

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Skin

Rubber gloves

Clothing

Protective clothing and rubber boots

Respirators

Anti-dust mask

Section 9 – Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State

LiquidAppearance

Clear - Pale yellow

Odor

Irritating odor

Boiling Point

114°C

Melting Point-33°C

Density

2.71

Viscosity

No data foundpH

No data foundFlash Point

No data foundAutoignition

No data foundExplosibility

No data foundVapor Pressure

No data foundVapor Density

No data foundSolubility

It dissolves while generating heat to water and it is hydrolyzed.
Soluble in alcohol and ether.

Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity
Stability

It is smoking in air.

Conditions to avoid

Water and steam

Incompatibilities with Other Material

This product generates the hydrochloric
acid reacting with water or steam.
It hydrolyzes intensely when coming incontact with the large quantity of water,
and the white smoke of the hydrogenchloride and the smog of stannic oxide
are generated.

Hazardous Decomposition ProductHydrogen chloride, stannic oxide etc.

Hazardous Polymerization

Will not occur

Section 11 – Toxicological information
RTECS #No data found

LD50/ LC50

IPR-MUS LD50: 99 mg/ kg
IPR-RAT LD50: 2300 mg/ m3/ kg

Carcinogenicity

No data found
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Mutagenicity

No data foundReproductive Effects

No data foundTeratogenicity

No data found

Immunology

No data foundIrritation

Causticity

OthersThe nose, the throat, the airway, and lungs, etc. are strongly
stimulated when inhaling, and it corrodes. The lung edema
etc. might be caused.
It has the burning sensation and pains such as mouths andthroats when swallowing, mucous membranes such as thegullet and digestive organs are corroded, and it is likely topunch.

Section 12 – Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity

No data foundEnvironmental Standard

No data foundSection 13 – Disposal Consideration
Disposal Method

Federal (national), state or local laws and regulations
will determine the proper waste disposal method.

Regulation Method

Federal (national), state or local laws and regulations

Section 14 – Transport Information
Shipping Name

CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S

Hazard Class

8UN #1827

Packing GroupIII

Section 15 – Regulatory Information
United StatesTSCA

No data foundEC

EINECS

Not on the list

CanadaWHMISNo data foundJapan

PRTR law Not on the list

Section 16 – Other Information
MSDS Creation Date

January 31, 2001

Revised DateApril 12, 2013

Revised No.

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MSDS No.G0502E Stannic Chloride Anhydarate
Rev-4 April 12, 2013This information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information
currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any otherwarranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume noliability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine
the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Showa
Kako be liable for any claims, losses, or damage of any third party or for lost profits or
any special, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if
Showa Kako has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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