Tetrapropyltin is an organotin compound with the formula (CH3CH2CH2)4Sn. It is a toxic colorless oily liquid. It reacts with strong oxidizing agents. This chemical irritates skin, eyes and respiratory system. It is very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. It can be absorbed through the skin, causing toxic effects to the body. Tetrapropyltin is an intermediate in the synthesis of dipropyltin dichloride.[2][4]

Tetrapropyltin
Tetrapropyltin molecule structure
Names
IUPAC name
Tetrapropylstannane[1]
Other names
Tetra-n-propyltin[1]
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChemSpider
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EC Number
  • 218-536-0
  • InChI=1S/4C3H7.Sn/c4*1-3-2;/h4*1,3H2,2H3;
  • CCC[Sn](CCC)(CCC)CCC
Properties
(CH3CH2CH2)4Sn
Molar mass 291.066 g·mol−1
Appearance Colorless oily liquid[2]
Odor Unpleasant[3]
Density 1.11 g/cm3 (20 °C)[3]
Boiling point 222 °C (432 °F; 495 K) [3]
Solubility Slightly soluble in chloroform, ethyl acetate and methanol.[2][4]
Hazards
Occupational safety and health (OHS/OSH):
Main hazards
Toxic
GHS labelling:
GHS06: ToxicGHS07: Exclamation markGHS08: Health hazardGHS09: Environmental hazard
Danger
H301, H302, H311, H315, H317, H319, H330, H334, H372, H410[1][2]
P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P284, P301+P316, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305, P312, P316, P320, P321, P330, P333+P313, P338, P342, P351, P361+P364, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, P501[1][2]
Related compounds
Related tetraalkylstannanes
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).

References edit

  1. ^ a b c d "Tetrapropylstannane".
  2. ^ a b c d e https://www.trc-canada.com/prod-img/MSDS/T305890MSDS.pdf
  3. ^ a b c https://www.alfa.com/en/msds/?language=EN&subformat=CLP1&sku=71137
  4. ^ a b http://www.trc-canada.com