Tin(IV) sulfide

Tin(IV) sulfide, also known as stannic sulfide, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is SnS2. It has tin and sulfide ions in it. The tin is in its +4 oxidation state. 

Properties
Tin(IV) sulfide is a gold-colored or brown solid. It reacts with strong acids to make hydrogen sulfide. 

Preparation
Tin(IV) sulfide is made by reacting hydrogen sulfide with tin(IV) compounds such as tin(IV) chloride.

Uses
It is used as a decorative coating because of its color. This coating is known as mosaic gold.

Related pages
Tin(II) sulfide
Tin(IV) oxide

Category:Tin compounds
Category:Sulfur compounds