What is wrong with my Antimony Trichloride ?

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The discussion centers on the unexpected physical state of a purchased 50gm bottle of Lab Grade Antimony Trichloride (SbCl3), which appeared mostly liquid rather than the anticipated colorless solid. The user speculated that the manufacturer may have suspended the SbCl3 in a liquid to prevent moisture reactions. According to the NOAA Chemical Database, Antimony Trichloride can be shipped as either a solid or a liquid solution, confirming the user's observations. The presence of solid chunks at the bottom may indicate incomplete dissolution or a reaction with moisture.

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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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