Microwave-assisted hydrothermal synthesis of porous SnO2 nanotubes and their lithium ion storage properties

► A microwave-assisted hydrothermal method was used to prepare porous SnO2 nanotubes. ► The porous SnO2 nanotubes have abundant mesopores on their tube walls. ► The porous SnO2 nanotubes possess high lithium ion storage properties. ► Our results may promote the development of high-performance anode materials.