Description

Bis(Tri-n-Butylstannyl)Acetylene is a specialized organotin compound featuring a central acetylene unit symmetrically substituted with two tributyltin groups. This unique structure makes it a valuable reagent in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the formation of tin-carbon bonds and the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications in cross-coupling reactions and polymer chemistry.

Application

• Cross-Coupling Reagent: Acts as a bis-stannylating agent in Stille coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds, a key step in synthesizing complex organic molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the creation of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for synthesizing specialized polymers, conductive materials, and organometallic frameworks.
• Catalyst Research: Investigated as a precursor or ligand in the development of new catalytic systems.
• Organic Electronics: Used in the synthesis of molecular components for OLEDs, semiconductors, and other electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Tri-n-Butylstannyl)Acetylene
CAS No.	994-71-8
Molecular Formula	C26H54Sn2
Molecular Weight	604.03 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(tributylstannyl)acetylene; Hexabutyldistannylacetylene; Bis(tributyltin)acetylene; Acetylene-1,2-diylbis(tributylstannane); 1,2-Bis(tributylstannyl)ethyne; EINECS 213-618-0; Tributylstannylacetylene (dimer form); TBTA
EINECS	213-618-0

Quality Control

Our Bis(Tri-n-Butylstannyl)Acetylene is manufactured under strict quality protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR (1H, 13C, 119Sn), GC, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. This compound is easily oxidized and moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed properly after each use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Tin (Sn) Content	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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