Description

Tetraethyltin is an organotin compound with the CAS registry number 597-64-8, serving as a versatile intermediate and catalyst precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce ethyl groups into target molecules and act as a key reagent in the production of other organometallic compounds. This high-purity material is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial-scale manufacturers in the specialty chemical, polymer, and electronics sectors.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of catalysts for polyurethane foam production and other polymerization reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a key reagent for introducing ethyltin moieties into pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals.
• Stabilizer Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing heat and light stabilizers used in PVC and other polymers.
• Electronics Industry: Employed in the deposition of tin-containing thin films and materials for semiconductor applications.
• Research & Development: A critical compound for academic and industrial R&D in organometallic chemistry and material science.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized as an ethyl group transfer agent in Stille and related cross-coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraethyltin
CAS No.	597-64-8
Molecular Formula	C8H20Sn
Molecular Weight	234.95 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetraethylstannane; Tetraethyl Tin; Tin Tetraethyl; Stannane, tetraethyl-; TET; Tetraethyltin(IV); Ethyltin; NSC 8817
EINECS	209-906-2

Quality Control

Our Tetraethyltin is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or titration and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.19 - 1.21 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.508 - 1.512
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.