### Question
How does the law define organotin?


### Answer
Under *33 U.S.C. § 3801*, **organotin** is defined as:

> 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**

