NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards

Tin(IV) oxide (as Sn)

CAS 18282-10-5

SnO2

RTECS XQ4000000
Synonyms & Trade Names
Stannic dioxide, Stannic oxide, White tin oxide [Note: Also see specific listing for Tin(II) oxide (as Sn).]
DOT ID & Guide

Exposure
Limits

NIOSH REL: TWA 2 mg/m3
OSHA PEL†: none
IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX Conversion
Physical Description
White or slightly gray powder.
MW: 150.7
BP: Decomposes
MLT: 2966°F (Decomposes)
Sol: Insoluble
VP: 0 mmHg (approx)
IP: NA

Sp.Gr: 6.95
Fl.P: NA
UEL: NA
LEL: NA

Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Chlorine trifluoride
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 7300, 7301, 7303
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation

First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately

Breathing: Fresh air

Important additional information about respirator selection
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms Stannosis (benign pneumoconiosis): dyspnea (breathing difficulty), decreased pulmonary function
Target Organs respiratory system
See also: INTRODUCTION   See ICSC CARD: 0954   See MEDICAL TESTS: 0229