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GLK: DS TMS DCG

Effective
October 1999
Supersedes November 1997

Technical Information

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Great Lakes
Chemical Corporation

TMS D CATALYST GRADE

ANTIMONY TRIOXIDE
CAS No. [1309644]

TMS D Catalyst Grade antimony trioxide is a special grade of TMS manufactured expressly for
the production of antimony glycolate to be used as a catalyst in the polymerization of polyester
resins. TMS D has excellent solubility in ethylene glycol to give solutions with a low turbidity. Great
care is taken to ensure lot to lot variation is minimal.

Typical Properties
Appearance
Specific Gravity
Particle Size avg., Sedigraph
Fineness thru 325 mesh sieve

Fine White Powder

5.5
0.9 - 1.5 microns
99.995%

Typical Chemical Composition

Antimony Trioxide
Arsenic
Lead
Iron
Antimony Pentoxide
Turbidity in Ethylene Glycol

Sb2O3
As
Pb
Fe
Sb2O5

99.5%
Minimum
0.3%
Maximum
0.2%
Maximum
0.005%
Maximum
0.2%
Maximum
Less than 100 NTU

The use of proper protective equipment is recommended. Excess exposure to the product should
be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling. Store the product in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
away from incompatible materials. Unless stated, proper storage will permit usage of the product
for 6 to 12 months from the date of receipt. For additional handling and toxicological information,
consult GLCC Material Safety Data Sheet # 00470.
The standard package is a multi-walled 50 lb. paper sack or shrinks wrapped 2000 lb. to a skid.

The information supplied is presented in good faith and has been derived from sources believed to be reliable. Since conditions of use are beyond our control, all risks are assumed by the user. No
representation is expressed or implied, and nothing herein shall be construed as permission or recommendation to practice a patented invention without a license.

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