Antimony(III) chloride
- CAS Number
- 10025-91-9
- HSN Code
- 28273990
- Molecular Formula
- SbCl3
- Catalogue Number
- AL0469
- Purity
- 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 228.11 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Antimony trichloride is an inorganic chloride salt with formula SbCl3. It is used as a reagent for detecting vitamin A and related carotenoids, reacting with the carotenoid to form a blue complex that can be measured by colorimetry (the Carr-Price test).
Also known as Antimony trichloride.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0469
- CAS Number
- 10025-91-9
- Molecular Formula
- SbCl3
- Molecular Weight
- 228.11 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28273990
- Grade
- AR grade
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 73.4 °C; Boiling point: 220.3 °C; Density: 3.14 g/cu cm; Solubility: In water, 987 g/100 g water at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless orthorhombic crystals
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 gm glass bottle, 500 gm glass bottle
- Storage
- Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Antimony(III) chloride
- Catalogue No.
- AL0469
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 10025-91-9
- EC Number
- 233-047-2
- Grade
- AR grade
- EC Index Number
- 051-002-00-3
- Chemical Formula
- SbCl3
- HSN Code
- 28273990
- Synonyms
- Antimony trichloride
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used as a reagent and catalyst in chemical synthesis and analysis.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Skin Corr. 1B; Aquatic Chronic 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 24814 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Hygroscopic; may release toxic fumes when heated.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Antimony(III) chloride
- CAS No.
- 10025-91-9
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move victim at once to fresh air and keep him warm, but not hot; call a physician immediately; nasal passages may be irrigated from a gently flowing hose.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Flush with large quantities of flowing water followed by washing of skin surfaces with soap and water; remove all contaminated clothing promptly.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 min.; call a physician at once.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Induce vomiting by giving large quantities of warm salt water; have a physician see the patient at once.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Corrosive effects on skin and eyes; respiratory irritation; nausea if ingested.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Advice for firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- May emit toxic fumes of antimony and chlorine in a fire.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Handle in a fume hood. Use gloves and protective eyewear.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Handle with gloves.
- Eye protection
- Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White to pale yellow
- Odour
- Acrid pugent odor
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 73.4 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 220.3 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 1 mm Hg at 49.2 °C (sublimes)
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 3.14 g/cu cm
- Solubility
- In water, 987 g/100 g water at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts with water to produce hydrochloric acid and antimony oxide.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes including chlorine and antimony oxides. Reacts with water.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong bases, strong oxidizers, and moisture.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Hydrogen chloride gas, Antimony oxide.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 525 mg/kg; LD50 Guinea pigs oral 574 mg/kg; LD50 Mice ip 13 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1733
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1733
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1733
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1733
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1733
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Antimony(III) chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Antimony(III) chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Antimony(III) chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Antimony(III) chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Antimony(III) chloride
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 8
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as an analytical-grade Lewis acid catalyst and reagent in antimony chemistry research. It is also utilized in the production of antimony compounds and in various chemical syntheses.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00170
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 228.11 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 99% min | 99.5% |
| Moisture content | 0.5% max | 0.3% |
| Residue on ignition | 0.1% max | 0.05% |
| Related substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Soluble in water | Soluble |
The above product is expected to comply with AR grade grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR | 99% | m.p. 73.4 °C; b.p. 220.3 °C | Not more than 0.5% | Not more than 0.1% | None detected | In water, 987 g/100 g water at 25 °C |
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