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Reducing Agents

Reducing agents are commonly used in manufacturing processes to promote chemical reactions that lead to the reduction of a substance, donating electrons to another chemical. Through reduction agents, these reactions deposit metal coatings onto substrates, enhancing the adhesion, corrosion resistance, and durability of the substrate. There are several reducing agents used in manufacturing, stannous pyrophosphate and stannous chloride solutions being the most common. These reducing chemicals and their reactions are harnessed in a variety of applications, from the production of metals and plastics to pharmaceutical production.

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Product List

Title Chemical Name Key Attribute 1 Key Attribute 2
Reaxis C1001 Stannous Pyrophosphate Inorganic Tin(II) High metal content
Reaxis C154 Stannous Chloride, Dihydrate Inorganic Tin(II) High metal content
Reaxis C154P Stannous Chloride, Dihydrate/Blend Inorganic Tin(II) Blends/Complexes
Reaxis C154S Stannous Chloride, Dihydrate/Blend Inorganic Tin(II) Blends/Complexes
Reaxis C154S + Stannous Chloride, Dihydrate Inorganic Tin(II) Blends/Complexes
Reaxis C154T Stannous Chloride, Dihydrate/Blend Inorganic Tin(II) Blends/Complexes
Reaxis C162 Stannous Chloride, Anhydrous Inorganic Tin(II) High metal content
Reaxis E10 Sodium Stannate Inorganic Tin(IV) Aqueous solution
Reaxis E155 Stannous Sulfate Crystal Inorganic Tin(II) High metal content
Reaxis S25 Stannous Chloride Dihydrate Inorganic Tin(II) Aqueous solution
Reaxis S45 Stannous Chloride Dihydrate Inorganic Tin(II) Aqueous solution
Reaxis S50 Stannous Chloride Solution Inorganic Tin(II) Aqueous solution
Reaxis S72 Stannous Chloride Solution Inorganic Tin(II) Aqueous solution

Stannous Pyrophosphate

Stannous pyrophosphate (Sn2P2O7) is an inorganic tin reducing agent that is commonly used in the manufacturing of electroplated coatings and electronic components. This tin chemical acts as a reducing agent by donating electrons to metal ions, allowing them to be reduced to a lower oxidation state. In electroplating applications, this reduction agent is used to reduce metal ions in the plating bath, allowing for the deposition of a thin layer of metal onto a substrate. The process is used to improve the corrosion resistance and wear resistance of a wide range of metal components. In the electronics industry, stannous pyrophosphate is used to reduce metal ions during the production of printed circuit boards, where it helps to create a thin layer of conductive metal on the surface of the board. Tin is often referred to as the “glue of the electronics industry,” and the role of stannous pyrophosphate as a reducing chemical in the process is a crucial part of that.

Stannous Chloride

Stannous chloride (SnCl2) solutions are commonly used as reducing agents in a variety of manufacturing applications. These reduction agents are a source of the Sn2+ ion, which can donate electrons to other chemical species, allowing them to undergo reduction reactions themselves. Stannous chloride solutions are often used in the production of tinplate, where it helps to reduce iron oxide on the surface of steel sheets prior to coating with tin. This process improves the adhesion of the tin coating to the steel substrate. Stannous chloride solutions are also used in the textile industry to reduce metal ions in dyes and pigments, improving their colorfastness and stability. Additionally, stannous chloride solutions can be used in the production of semiconductors, where the reducing chemical helps to reduce metal ions during the deposition of thin films of metal onto a substrate. Stannous Chloride is used in water treatment applications as a corrosion inhibitor where a protective layer of tin metal plates on steel-based processing/treatment equipment. Stannous Chloride can also be used as a reducing agent to convert toxic Cr+6 to a less toxic Cr+3 form.

Reducing Agent Applications

Stannous chloride is used in oil and gas drilling where it can be used both in the pickling operations for treating processing equipment and for iron reduction in stimulating well development/production.

Overall, reducing chemicals play a critical role in the manufacturing industry, as they are essential in the production of high-quality and durable metal products. Their  ability of reduction agents to promote the deposition of metal coatings onto substrates enhances the functionality and longevity of various products, contributing to their overall quality and value.

For all your reducing agents needs, Reaxis has you covered! You can learn more about each of our reducing agents and order specialty chemical samples of each on their respective pages. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact us!