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Organostannic Compounds
CAS#7440-31-5

Where is it Commonly Found?

Anti-fouling protective coatings and paints for equipment that is partially or fully submerged.
HEALTH EFFECT SUMMARY
Health issues associated with neurological problems, skin and eye irritation (Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry)

What are its known health effects?

What are its suspected health effects?

Cardiovascular or Blood Toxicant (ATSDR)

Immunotoxicant (HAZMAP)

Reproductive Toxicant (FRAZIER)

Respiratory Toxicant (KLAA) (LU - C) (NEME)

Alternative Materials

Additional Regulatory Information

Tin and organic tin compounds are found on at least 8 of the National Priority List sites identified by the EPA

Does it Correspond With Any Green Building Credits?

How is it Categorized?

Metals and Metal Compounds

What is it’s Origin?

Organostannic Compounds (also known as Tin) is a natural compound (symbol Sn). However when tin is combined with carbon it forms organotin compounds.

Divisions and Sections

Div 07 Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim

Div 07 Sheet Metal Roofing

General Reference

http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/tfacts55.pdf