CAS Number
7488-55-3
Grade
Packaging
Pail
Chemical Formula: SnSO₄
Stannous Sulfate, also known as tin(II) sulfate, is a white to off-white crystalline solid used primarily as a reducing agent and plating chemical. It is soluble in water and exhibits strong electrochemical properties, making it ideal for applications in electroplating, chemical synthesis, and electronics manufacturing.
Appearance:
White to off-white crystalline powder
Uses:
Electronics & Electroplating:
Widely used in the electroplating of tin onto various substrates for corrosion protection and solderability in printed circuit boards and electronic components.
Chemical Manufacturing:
Functions as a reducing agent and intermediate in the preparation of other tin compounds. Plays a role in redox reactions in both industrial and lab-scale synthesis.
Textile Industry:
Occasionally employed as a mordant in dyeing processes to enhance dye uptake and colorfastness in fabrics.
Pharmaceutical Applications:
Used in the manufacture of certain topical formulations and as a stabilizer in some medicinal compounds, although its use is limited due to regulatory restrictions.
Other Applications:
Applied in specialty chemical formulations and water treatment systems where controlled reduction reactions are necessary.
