CAS 813-19-4: Bis(tributyltin)

Bis(tributyltin) is a bidentate ligand that has been used as a catalyst for the synthesis of polymers, amides, and other organic compounds. Bis(tributyltin) can react with malonic acid to form methyl ketones, which may cause cancer in humans. This chemical has also been shown to have genotoxic effects and inhibit growth factor activity. Bis(tributyltin) can induce necrotic cell death in cells through its ability to cause oxidative stress and promote chain reactions. It also binds to receptors on the surface of cells, which can lead to the inhibition of insulin production in diabetes patients.

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Hexa-n-butylditin is used in palladium-catalyzed tin-carbon bond formation. It finds useful application in deoxygenation and desulfurization reactions. It acts as a source of tributylstannyl radicals in synthetic chemistry. It is also used in the radioiodination of styrlpyridines. Further, it is used as a reagent to stannylate aryl halides for further Stille coupling. This Thermo Scientific brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific.

Hexa-n-butyldistannane