### Question
How is the "organotin" defined?


### Answer
The term **organotin** is defined in *33 U.S.C. § 3801* as follows -

> any compound or additive of tin bound to an organic ligand, that is used or intended to be used as biocide in an antifouling system

#### Citation:
  - *33 U.S.C. § 3801*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 51-CLEAN HULLS > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

