Tributyltin chloride

Tributyltin chloride is an organotin compound with the formula (C4H9)3SnCl. It is a colorless liquid that is soluble in organic solvents. The molecule has tetrahedral geometry.
Preparation and reactions.
The compound is prepared by a redistribution reaction by combining stannic chloride and tetrabutyltin:
Tributyltin chloride hydrolyzes to the oxide [(C4H9)3Sn]2O
Tributyltin chloride is used as a precursor to other organotin compounds and reagents, such as tributyltin hydride.