Tin(II) iodide

Tin(II) iodide, also known as stannous iodide, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is SnI₂. It contains tin and iodide ions. The tin is in its +2 oxidation state.

Properties

Tin(II) iodide is a red-orange solid. It is a reducing agent.

Preparation

It is made by dissolving tin or its oxide in hydriodic acid.

Related pages

• Tin(IV) iodide
• Tin(II) chloride