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Tributyltin hydride (CAS 688-73-3)

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Application:
Tributyltin hydride is a reducing agent acting by radical intermediates
CAS Number:
688-73-3
Purity:
≥95%
Molecular Weight:
291.06
Molecular Formula:
C12H28Sn
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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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.


Tributyltin hydride (CAS 688-73-3) References

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Tributyltin hydride, 10 g

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Tributyltin hydride, 50 g

sc-255686A
50 g
$192.00

We have received Bu3SnH from you but, according to NMR analysis, it has very little (if any) of Bu3SnH. Our 1H NMR analysis of sample shows that Sn-H peak is absent. Can you please check quality of this product?

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Date published: 2025-03-27

I am looking for a cheap gold precipitate. Also one that is not considered hazardous. HELP!

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Thank you for your question. Tributyltin hydride (CAS 688-73-3) is not a gold precipitate. And it is classified as a Dangerous Good. Santa Cruz Biotechnology provides chemicals for research use only. Our chemicals are not intended for diagnostic, therapeutic, or other non-research use.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Li et alLi et al. (PubMed ID 264518422) showed that tributyltin hydride induced the regulation of genes related to GH/IGF-I axis in fish liver ells. -SCBT Publication Review
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