Description

Lithium 2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl is an organolithium reagent featuring a sterically hindered dimethoxyphenyl ligand. This compound is valued for its strong nucleophilicity and base properties, making it a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• As a key organometallic reagent in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and active ingredients.
• Employed in polymerization catalysis and as an initiator for the production of specialized polymers.
• Used in ligand exchange reactions to prepare other organometallic complexes for catalysis.
• Acts as a strong base for deprotonation reactions in fine chemical synthesis.
• Facilitates carbon-carbon bond formation in methodologies such as nucleophilic addition to carbonyls.
• Applied in material science research for the development of novel organic and hybrid materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium 2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl
CAS No.	2785-97-9
Molecular Formula	C8H9LiO2
Molecular Weight	144.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethoxyphenyllithium; Lithium(2,6-dimethoxyphenyl); 2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl lithium; (2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl)lithium; 1-Lithio-2,6-dimethoxybenzene; 2,6-Dimethoxybenzenyllithium
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Quality Control

Our Lithium 2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl is manufactured under stringent quality systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly reactive and moisture-sensitive nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at recommended temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. Handle and open containers only in a controlled, dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to beige powder or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Solvent (if supplied as solution)	Specified (e.g., THF, Diethyl ether)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.