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Term

tributyltin

Term

A very toxic organic compound containing tin. It is used in antifouling paints on vessels and fixed marine structures.

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EEA Glossary

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Definition source publication

UNEP. 2001. Protecting the oceans from land-based activities.

Publication year

2001

Definition source URL

http://glossary.eea.europa.eu/EEAGlossary

Organisation

UNEP

Organisation full name

Subjects

Long definition

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