Tin(IV) oxide, Puratronic™, 99.996% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Tin(IV) oxide is used as a pigment in the ceramic industry and as a polishing powder. It finds use in sensors of combustible gases. It is also used as a catalyst along with vanadium oxide for the oxidation of aromatic compounds to prepare carboxylic acids and acid anhydrides. It is used in sensors for detection of trace levels of carbon monoxide.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

• Boiling Point: 1800°C to 1900°C (sublimation)
• Melting Point: 1630°C
• Physical Form: Powder
• Quantity: 5 g
• Assay Percent Range: 99.996% (metals basis)
• Solubility Information: Soluble in strong acids and alkali. Insoluble in water.Soluble in hot concentrated alkali and concentrated acids. Insoluble in water and alcohols.
• Formula Weight: 150.69
• Refractive Index: 1.9968
• Density: 6.95 g/mL
• Chemical Name or Material: Tin(IV) oxide

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