Organobismuth compounds possess direct bonds between carbon and bismuth atoms. Organobismuth compounds commonly have Bi(V) or Bi(III) oxidation states and are studied in organometallic chemistry.
Bismuth 2-ethylhexanoate is used as an industrial lubricant and dessicant. It is also used for synthesizing of urethane foam, urethane coating and other urethane products. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio.