Tin(II) tetrafluoroborate is used in electroplating. It is also used for plating bath tinned copper, tin and tin alloy. Further, it acts as a catalyst for various organic reactions. It is also employed in metal plating. In addition to this, it is used as a petrochemical additive.

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