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Tin Chlorides
Tin chloride is a white solid at room temperature. It can take two forms, tin chloride II and tin chloride IV, the number referring to the number of chlorine atoms that bind with the tin atom. The former is used in tin-plating steel and dyeing while the latter is used for hardening glass containers.
Tin Oxide
Tin can form an oxide with two atoms of oxygen. It forms as a blue-black or dull red compound. It's primary use is as a component in the production of ruby glass, a red tinged glass, and as a component in ultraviolet lights.
Tin Fluoride
Tin bonds with two fluorine atoms to make tin fluoride. It forms a colorless solid. It is mainly used as an additive in toothpaste and mouthwash. It helps to prevent tooth enamel being damaged by acids from bacteria.
Tin Sulphide
Tin bonds with a single sulphur atom to form tin sulphide. This is an insoluble, dark brown solid. It is mainly used to add a bronzing effect to wood coloring agents. It is also being used in a new generation of thin-film solar panels.