Used in electroplating as a source of tin, particularly for depositing uniform and corrosion-resistant tin coatings on metals. It serves as a key component in alkaline tin plating baths, offering good conductivity and stability. Also employed in the production of catalysts and in ceramic glazes for improving durability and finish. In some cases, it is utilized in the synthesis of other tin-containing compounds and in analytical chemistry as a reagent for detecting certain metal ions.