Tributyltin chloride
Tributyltin chloride is an organotin compound with the formula 3SnCl. It is a colorless liquid that is soluble in organic solvents.
Preparation and reactions
The compound is prepared by a redistribution reaction by combining stannic chloride and tetrabutyltin:Tributyltin chloride hydrolyzes to the oxide 2O
Tributyltin chloride is used as a precursor to other organotin compounds and reagents, such as tributyltin hydride.