Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cycl… 811-49-4

About Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane

Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane is an organometallic reagent carrying the CAS registry number 811-49-4. The compound has the formula C2H5Li, corresponding to a molecular weight of 36.0 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is lithium ethane. Common synonyms include Ethyllithium and Lithium, ethyl-.

It is supplied as a liquid. Key physical data: a density of 0.862 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep the material at 2–8 °C and protect it from moisture. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span carbon–carbon bond formation, grignard and organometallic chemistry, organic synthesis and fine chemical synthesis. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research.

We offer Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane in 100 mL and 500 mL packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Carbon–carbon bond formation
Grignard & organometallic chemistry
Organic synthesis
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane
Catalogue No.	VQ-001174
CAS Number	811-49-4
IUPAC name	lithium ethane
Molecular formula	C₂H₅Li
Molecular weight	36 g/mol
Exact mass	36.0551
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	QBZXOWQOWPHHRA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[Li+].C[CH2-]
PubChem CID	79107

Physical properties
Physical form	Solution
Appearance	Liquid
Density	0.862 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	0 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	Ethyllithium, Lithium, ethyl-, Ethyl lithium, ethyl-lithium, ethyllithium (ionic), Lithium ethan-1-ide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H250Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air
H260In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
H261In contact with water releases flammable gas
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P210, P222, P223, P231, P231 + P232, P233, P260, P264, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P335 + P334, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P363, P370 + P378, P402 + P404, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane is 811-49-4. It is also known as Ethyllithium, Lithium, ethyl-, Ethyl lithium.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane?

Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane has the molecular formula C2H5Li and a molecular weight of 36 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is lithium ethane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane can I order?

We supply Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane, in 100 mL, 500 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane?

Yes. Every lot of Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.

How should Ethyllithium solution, 0.5 M in benzene: cyclohexane be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.