NIOSH identifies stannosis (benign pneumoconiosis), dyspnea, and decreased pulmonary function for tin(II) oxide exposure and lists the respiratory system as the target organ.
Source: CDC/NIOSH: NIOSH Pocket Guide — Tin(II) oxide (as Sn) ↗Dust entry
Tin(II) oxide dust
Brownish-black tin(II) oxide powder covered by the NIOSH Pocket Guide.
Airborne form
dust
The form describes what is suspended in air at the point of exposure. A material can produce more than one form, such as dust during handling and fume during heating.
Health effects
stannosisbenign pneumoconiosisbreathing difficultydecreased pulmonary function
Evidence
Controls
- dust containment
- local exhaust ventilation
- exposure monitoring
- appropriate respiratory protection