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tert-Butyllithium
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tert-Butyllithium is a highly reactive organolithium reagent primarily used as a strong base and nucleophile in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions. This chemical is identified by CAS number 594-19-4. Molekula supplies tert-Butyllithium 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.
Overview
- SKU
- 90038443
- CAS Number
- 594-19-4
- Exact Mass
- 64.0864
- SMILES
- [Li].C[C](C)C
- InChIKey
- BKDLGMUIXWPYGD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C4H9.Li/c1-4(2)3;/h1-3H3;
- PubChem CID
- 53628101
Synonyms
- Lithium, (1,1-dimethylethyl)-
Frequently asked questions
What is tert-Butyllithium used for?
tert-Butyllithium is a highly reactive organolithium reagent primarily used as a strong base and a nucleophile in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of tert-Butyllithium?
The chemical formula is C4H9Li and the molecular weight is 64.06 g/mol.
How should tert-Butyllithium be stored?
Due to its pyrophoric nature, 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 tert-Butyllithium is available?
Please contact our sales team to confirm the current purity grades and concentrations available for your specific application.
Can Molekula supply tert-Butyllithium in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply tert-Butyllithium in various quantities, 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 compliance and safe handling.
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.