Description

Lithium Cyclohexanebutyrate is an organolithium compound with the CAS registry number 62638-00-0. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and reagent in advanced synthetic organic chemistry, valued for its unique reactivity profile. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring lithium-mediated transformations.
• Organometallic Reagent: Acts as a source of a butyl anion equivalent with a cyclohexyl moiety for nucleophilic addition and metal-halogen exchange reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry Catalyst/Co-catalyst: Employed in the polymerization of specific monomers, particularly in anionic polymerization processes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A key building block for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances with specific structural motifs.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in the development of novel lithium-based compounds for battery electrolytes or other energy storage materials.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as an intermediate in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Cyclohexanebutyrate
CAS No.	62638-00-0
Molecular Formula	C10H17LiO2
Molecular Weight	176.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium 4-Cyclohexylbutanoate; 4-Cyclohexylbutyric Acid Lithium Salt; Cyclohexanebutanoic Acid, Lithium Salt; Lithium 4-Cyclohexylbutyrate; Butanoic Acid, 4-Cyclohexyl-, Lithium Salt; Lithium Cyclohexylbutyrate
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Quality Control

Our Lithium Cyclohexanebutyrate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is assured through rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with each shipment to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Lithium Content)	≥95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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