Dibutyltin Mono(2-ethylhexyl) Maleate: Properties, Applications, and Comparison with Other Organotin Stabilizers Abstract: Dibutyltin mono(2-ethylhexyl) maleate (DBM), an organotin compound, serves as a crucial heat stabilizer for polyvinyl chloride (PVC) polymers. This article provides a comprehensive overview of DBM, including its chemical properties, synthesis methods, stabilization mechanism, and applications. Furthermore, it compares DBM with other common...