What is nbuli?

NBuLi or n-butyllithium is a strong chemical compound, also known as an organolithium reagent, which is widely used in organic chemistry as a base, reducing agent, and initiator for polymerization. It is a colorless, highly reactive compound that is prepared by reacting butyllithium with n-butane. NBuLi is highly soluble in non-polar solvents such as hexane and diethyl ether. It is pyrophoric and reacts violently with water, alcohols, and other protic solvents. NBuLi is widely used in the synthesis of various organic compounds, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. It is also used in battery research and as a catalyst in organic reactions. Due to its high reactivity and potential hazards, NBuLi must be handled with extreme care and caution.