Organotin compounds are predominantly found in the environment as antifoulants in marine palnts. But they can also be used as biocides (antibacterials),and \ or heat stabilizer in plastics.

• 有机锡化合物常用于船身油漆以对抗海洋中细菌的侵蚀，具灭菌杀虫的功效，还可用做塑料加热稳定剂。