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Aspect	Details
Product Name	N-Butyl Lithium
Chemical Name	n-Butyllithium
CAS Number	109-72-8
Chemical Formula	C₄H₉Li
Molecular Weight	64.05 g/mol
Physical State	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Density	0.68 g/mL at 20°C
Melting Point	-95°C
Boiling Point	60–80°C
Flash Point	-21°C
Solubility	Soluble in non-polar solvents like hexane, cyclohexane, and ether
Reactivity	Highly reactive with water, air, and protic solvents; pyrophoric in air
Main Uses	– Strong base and nucleophile in organic synthesis for deprotonation reactions. – Initiator for anionic polymerization of monomers such as styrene and butadiene. – Key reagent in metalation reactions to form organolithium compounds. – Used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials.
Packaging	Typically available in solutions of 1.6 M, 2.5 M, or higher concentrations in hexane or cyclohexane
Storage Conditions	Stored under inert gas (nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place away from moisture and air
Safety Precautions	Requires strict handling under inert atmosphere; use of protective gear (gloves, goggles, lab coat) is mandatory

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