What is wrong with my Antimony Trichloride ?

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The discussion centers around the unexpected state of a purchased bottle of antimony trichloride (SbCl3), which was anticipated to be a colorless solid but appeared mostly liquid with some solid chunks. The user speculates that the manufacturer may have suspended the SbCl3 in a liquid to prevent moisture reactions. Clarification is sought regarding the nature of this liquid solution, as the source cited indicates that antimony trichloride can be shipped as either a solid or a liquid solution. The inquiry also prompts questions about the supplier of the SbCl3 to better understand its condition and handling.
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What is wrong with my Antimony Trichloride ?

Hi,

I purchased a 50gm bottle of antimony trichloride and when opened, I was expecting a colorless solid but to my surprise it was mostly liquid (very slightly hazy but transparent) with few solid chunks at the bottom... I assumed the manufacturer has suspended the SbCl3 in some sort of liquid to avoid any reaction with moisture etc. but I have no idea... just a naive guess. The bottle is labeled Lab Grade Antimony TriChloride (SbCl3)

http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/chemical/2504 says "Antimony trichloride is a colorless crystalline solid. It is shipped as a solid or liquid solution"

What is this liquid solution I am dealing with?!

I will highly appreciate any information.

Thanks in advance.
 
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