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n-Butyllithium

C4H9Li Laboratory Reagents CAS 109-72-8
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Formula / NotationC4H9Li
CAS Number109-72-8
Molecular Weight64.1
AppearanceLiquid; Pellets or Large Crystals
Also Known Asbu-Li; RefChem:571855; DTXCID206821; 203-698-7; 09W9A6B8ZC; 109-72-8; butyl lithium; Butyllithium; CHEBI:51469; DTXSID1026821
CategoryLaboratory Reagents

What is n-Butyllithium?

n-Butyllithium (C4H9Li) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Liquid; Pellets or Large Crystals. It has a molecular weight of 64.1 g/mol.

Formula & Notation

C4H9Li

Other Names / Synonyms: bu-Li; RefChem:571855; DTXCID206821; 203-698-7; 09W9A6B8ZC; 109-72-8; butyl lithium; Butyllithium; CHEBI:51469; DTXSID1026821

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Liquid; Pellets or Large Crystals. Molecular formula: C4H9Li. Molecular weight: 64.1 g/mol.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Molecular Weight64.1
AppearanceLiquid; Pellets or Large Crystals

Uses & Applications

Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.

Safety Information

Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term n-Butyllithium
Formula C4H9Li
CAS Number 109-72-8
Molecular Weight 64.1
Synonyms bu-Li; RefChem:571855; DTXCID206821; 203-698-7; 09W9A6B8ZC; 109-72-8; butyl lithium; Butyllithium; CHEBI:51469; DTXSID1026821

Frequently Asked Questions

n-Butyllithium (C4H9Li) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Liquid; Pellets or Large Crystals. It has a molecular weight of 64.1 g/mol.

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