Title: Stannous Acetate
CAS Registry Number: 638-39-1
Molecular Formula: C4H6O4Sn
Molecular Weight: 236.80
Percent Composition: C 20.29%, H 2.55%, O 27.03%, Sn 50.13%
Line Formula: Sn(C2H3O2)2
Literature References: Prepd by refluxing granulated tin with 98% acetic acid: Colonna, Gazz. Chim. Ital. 35 II, 224 (1905); by refluxing SnO with 50% (v/v) acetic acid under nitrogen: Donaldson et al., J. Chem. Soc. 1964, 5942.
Properties: White, orthorhombic crystals; dec by water. mp 182.5-183°. d 2.31. Sol in dil HCl. Keep well closed.
Melting point: mp 182.5-183°
Density: d 2.31
Use: Reducing agent. |