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Tributyltin hydride is a reducing agent acting by radical intermediates. Tributyltin hydride (TBT-H) is a pivotal organotin compound renowned for its role as a potent reducing agent, primarily through the mediation of radical intermediates. Its mechanism of action is distinguished by its ability to generate tributyltin radicals, which serve as key intermediates in various organic synthesis reactions. This process is initiated by the homolytic cleavage of the tin-hydrogen bond in the presence of a radical initiator, leading to the formation of highly reactive tributyltin radicals. These radicals then partake in a series of chain reactions, including the abstraction of hydrogen atoms from other molecules, effectively facilitating the reduction or radical addition processes that are critical in the synthesis of complex organic compounds.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Tributyltin hydride, 10 g | sc-255686 | 10 g | $69.00 | |||
Tributyltin hydride, 50 g | sc-255686A | 50 g | $192.00 |