dibutyltin mono(2-ethylhexyl) maleate: a comprehensive review of its application in pvc cable insulation materials abstract: dibutyltin mono(2-ethylhexyl) maleate (dbm) is a versatile organotin compound widely employed as a heat stabilizer in polyvinyl chloride (pvc) formulations, particularly in cable insulation materials. this article provides a comprehensive overview of dbm, covering its chemical properties, synthesis, stabilization mechanism,...