CAS 21369-64-2

Hexyllithium

Description:

Hexyllithium is an organolithium compound characterized by its formula C6H13Li. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and is known for its high reactivity, particularly with moisture and air, making it a strong base and nucleophile. Hexyllithium is typically used in organic synthesis, particularly in the formation of carbon-carbon bonds, and is valuable in the preparation of various organic compounds, including pharmaceuticals and polymers. It is soluble in non-polar solvents such as diethyl ether and tetrahydrofuran, but it reacts vigorously with water, releasing lithium hydroxide and generating flammable hydrogen gas. Due to its reactivity, Hexyllithium must be handled under inert atmospheres, such as nitrogen or argon, to prevent decomposition and hazardous reactions. Safety precautions are essential when working with this compound, as it can cause severe burns and is highly flammable. Proper storage in tightly sealed containers away from moisture is crucial to maintain its stability and effectiveness in synthetic applications.

Formula: C₆H₁₃Li

InChI: InChI=1/C6H13.Li/c1-3-5-6-4-2;/h1,3-6H2,2H3;/rC6H13Li/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7/h2-6H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=RMKNFFPDYCVCDI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCC)CC[Li]

Synonyms:

• 1-Hexyllithium
• 1-Lithiohexane
• Hexane, lithium complex
• Hexyllithium
• HxLi
• Lithium, hexyl-
• Lithium,Hexane
• n-Hexyllithium
• HEXYLLITHIUM, 2.3M SOLUTION IN HEXANE
• n-Hexyllithium, 33 wt.% solution in n-hexane
• n-Hexyllithium, 33% (ca 2.47M) soln. in hexane
• N-HEXYLLITHIUM: 25% IN HEXANE, 1.9M
• Hexyllithium (30% in Hexane, ca. 2.3mol/L)
• n-Hexyllithium, 33 wt.% solution in n-hexane, AcroSeal
• n-Hexyllithium33 wt.% solution in n-hexaneAcroSeal§3
• HEXYLLITHIUM SOLUTION, ~2.3 M IN HEXANE
• HexyllithiuM, 2.5 M solution in Hexane, SpcSeal