Compound Q&A
How is Trimethyltin Chloride (CAS: 1066-45-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
Trimethyltin Chloride (CAS: 1066-45-1) is commonly synthesized by the reaction of methyl tin chloride with additional methyl chloride in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst such as aluminum chloride. The process involves the displacement of chlorine by methyl groups from the tin center, with a high yield of up to 95%.
About
CAS No
1066-45-1
English Name
Trimethyltin Chloride
Molecular Formula
C3H9ClSn
Molecular Weight
199.27 g/mol
SMILES
C[Sn](C)(C)Cl
InChIKey
KWTSZCJMWHGPOS-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-09-23 10:23
