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Hexyllithium 2.3m in hexane

SKU 90027061 CAS 21369-64-2 Available on enquiry

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Hexyllithium 2.3M in hexane is an organometallic reagent primarily used as a strong base and nucleophile in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions. This chemical is identified by CAS number 21369-64-2. Molekula supplies Hexyllithium 2.3M in hexane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90027061
CAS Number
21369-64-2
IUPAC Name
lithium hexane
EC Number
404-950-0
Exact Mass
92.1177
SMILES
[Li+].CCCCC[CH2-]
InChIKey
CETVQRFGPOGIQJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H13.Li/c1-3-5-6-4-2;/h1,3-6H2,2H3;/q-1;+1
PubChem CID
2733163

Synonyms

  • 1-Hexyllithium; 1-Lithiohexane; Hexyllithium; n-Hexyllithium
  • C6H13Li
  • HexLi
  • Hexyllithium
  • Lithium, hexyl-
  • lithium;hexane
  • n-HexLi
  • n-Hexyllithium
  • n-hexyllithiurn
  • n-hexyllitium

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hexyllithium 2.3M in hexane used for?

Hexyllithium is primarily used as a strong base and a powerful nucleophile in organic synthesis and organometallic chemistry.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Hexyllithium?

The chemical formula for Hexyllithium is C6H13Li and it has a molecular weight of 92.09 g/mol.

How should Hexyllithium 2.3M in hexane be stored?

This product is highly reactive and pyrophoric; it must be stored under an inert atmosphere, such as nitrogen or argon, in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from moisture and air.

What grade of Hexyllithium is available?

Please contact our sales team to confirm the current purity grade and specifications available for this product.

Can Molekula supply Hexyllithium in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Hexyllithium in various quantities, ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure proper handling and quality verification.

Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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