Widely used as a reducing agent in chemical synthesis, particularly in the production of other tin compounds and in electroless plating processes. It serves as a key component in the manufacture of silver mirrors and in the sensitization of surfaces prior to silvering in mirror and reflector production. Commonly employed in the textile industry as a mordant in dyeing, improving the fastness and intensity of dyes on fabrics. Used in the pharmaceutical industry for the formulation of certain oral care products, including anti-tartar toothpastes, due to its ability to stabilize active ingredients and reduce oral bacteria. Also utilized in analytical chemistry for qualitative detection of gold, mercury, and iron in solution. Plays a role in the semiconductor industry for the deposition of tin-based thin films through chemical bath deposition techniques.