Tetrapropyltin is an
organotin compound
Organotin chemistry is the scientific study of the synthesis and properties of organotin compounds or stannanes, which are organometallic compounds containing tin–carbon bonds. The first organotin compound was diethyltin diiodide (), discovered ...
with the formula . It is a toxic colorless oily liquid. It reacts with strong
oxidizing agents
An oxidizing agent (also known as an oxidant, oxidizer, electron recipient, or electron acceptor) is a substance in a redox chemical reaction that gains or " accepts"/"receives" an electron from a (called the , , or ''electron donor''). In ot ...
. This chemical irritates the skin, eyes and
respiratory system
The respiratory system (also respiratory apparatus, ventilatory system) is a biological system consisting of specific organs and structures used for gas exchange in animals and plants. The anatomy and physiology that make this happen varies grea ...
. It is very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. It can be absorbed through the skin, causing toxic effects on the body. Tetrapropyltin is an intermediate in the synthesis of
dipropyltin dichloride.
References
Organotin compounds
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