Tin (II) Chloride Anhydrous

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Appearance: white crystals. May cause severe eye irritation and possible injury. Causes severe respiratory tract irritation. May cause digestive tract irritation with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. May cause liver damage. Can cause adverse reproductive effects. Warning! Harmful if swallowed. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air). Causes skin irritation. Target Organs: Blood, liver, lungs, respiratory system, eyes, skin.

Potential health effects

Eye: May cause severe eye irritation. Skin: Causes skin irritation. Causes redness and pain. Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause headache, nausea, fatigue, and dizziness. Inorganic tin salts may cause systemic toxic effects on the central ne rvous system, heart, and liver. Inhalation: Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. May cause severe irritation of the upper respiratory tract with pain, burns, and inflammation. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion. Chronic: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause adverse reproductive effects.