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Tin-halide compounds. IV1. tert-butyltrichlorotin (IV)
Hans Reuter1, Henning Eickmeier, Heinrich Puff
1Institut für Chemie, Universität Osnabrück, Barbarastrasse 7, Germany. hreuter@rz.uni-osnabrueck.de
Summary
This study reveals that tributyltin trichloride molecules adopt an eclipsed conformation. Molecular structure and geometric parameters are comparable to related organotin trihalides.
Area of Science:
- Organometallic Chemistry
- Crystallography
Background:
- Organotin trihalides are important compounds with diverse applications.
- Understanding their molecular structure is crucial for predicting their properties and reactivity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the molecular structure and conformation of tributyltin trichloride.
- To compare its geometric parameters with those of related organotin trihalides.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis was employed to determine the molecular structure.
- Crystallographic symmetry and atomic arrangements were analyzed.
Main Results:
- The title compound, tributyltin trichloride [Sn(C(4)H(9))Cl(3)], was found to adopt an eclipsed conformation.
- Molecules exhibit crystallographic C(s) symmetry.
- Geometric parameters are consistent with those of analogous organotin trihalides.
Conclusions:
- The eclipsed conformation and C(s) symmetry are key structural features of tributyltin trichloride.
- Structural similarities suggest comparable chemical behavior within the organotin trihalide class.