General Description
Colorless liquid. Used as biocides, bactericides, fungicides and insecticides; preservatives for wood, textile, paper, and leather. Not registered as a pesticide in the U.S.
Reactivity Profile
When heated to decomposition, TETRAETHYLTIN(597-64-8) emits acrid smoke and fumes. (nonspecific--Organic Tin Compounds) Avoid strong oxidizers. [EPA, 1998].
Air & Water Reactions
TETRAETHYLTIN tends to ignite in air.
Health Hazard
Toxic hazard rating is high for oral, intravenous, intraperitoneal administration. This material causes swelling of the brain and spinal cord.
Potential Exposure
Used as biocide, bactericide, fungicide and insecticide; preservative for wood, textile, paper, and leather. Not registered as a pesticide in the United States.
Fire Hazard
When heated to decomposition, TETRAETHYLTIN emits acrid smoke and fumes. (Non-Specific--Organic Tin Compounds) Avoid strong oxidizers.
First aid
Move victim to fresh air. Call 911 or emergency medical service. Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact with sub stance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin. Keep victim warm and quiet. Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves.
Shipping
UN3384 Toxic by inhalation liquid, flammable, n.o.s. with an LC50 ≤1000 mL/m3 and saturated vapor concentration ≥ to 10 LC50, Hazard class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials, 3-Flammable liquid, Technical Name Required, Inhalation Hazard Zone B. UN2788Organotin compounds, liquid, n.o.s., Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials.
Incompatibilities
A strong reducing agent. Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates, nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine, bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions. Keep away from alkaline materials, strong bases, strong acids, oxoacids, epoxides.
Chemical Properties
clear colorless liquid
Chemical Properties
Tetraethyltin is a colorless organotin liquid.
Waste Disposal
In accordance with 40CFR 165 recommendations for the disposal of pesticides and pesticide containers. Must be disposed properly by following package label directions or by contacting your local or federal environmental control agency, or by contacting your regional EPA office.
Uses
Tetraethyltin is used as catalyst for olefin polymerization and to produce other organotin compounds. It is also used in the electronics industry and as a preservative for wood, textiles, paper, and leather.
