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Agent Name Tin oxide
CAS Number 21651-19-4, 18282-10-5
Formula O-Sn, O2-Sn
Major Category Metals
Synonyms Stannous oxide; Tin oxide (Sn2O2); Tin oxide (SnO); Tin(II) oxide; [ChemIDplus]; C.I. 77861; CI 77861; Flowers of tin; Stannic anhydride; Stannic dioxide; Stannic oxide; Stannic oxide (SnO2); T 10 (oxide); Tin Peroxide; Tin dioxide; Tin(IV) oxide; White tin oxide; [ChemIDplus]
Category Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description Brownish-black powder (SnO) or white or slightly grey powder (SnO2); [NIOSH]
Sources/Uses Used in solders, protective coatings, and alloys; [ACGIH]
Comments Stannosis is a benign pneumoconiosis caused by inhalation of tin dust or fume. [ICSC] See "Tin and inorganic compounds."
Exposure Assessment
Skin Designation (ACGIH) No
Bioaccumulates Yes
TLV (ACGIH) 2 mg/m3, as Sn
Links to Other NLM Databases
Health Studies Human Health Effects from Hazardous Substances Data Bank: TIN OXIDE  
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