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Lithium Hydroxide

CAS #: 1310-65-2
Linear Formula:
LiOH
MDL Number
MFCD00011095
EC No.:
215-183-4

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Lithium Hydroxide Properties (Theoretical)

Compound Formula HLiO
Molecular Weight 23.95
Appearance White Solid
Melting Point 462° C (863.6° F)
Boiling Point 924° C (1,695° F)
Density 1.46 g/cm3
Solubility in H2O 12.8 g/100 mL (20 °C)
Exact Mass 24.018744
Monoisotopic Mass 24.018744
Refractive Index 1.464

Lithium Hydroxide Health & Safety Information

Signal Word Danger
Hazard Statements H301-H314-H331
Hazard Codes C
Risk Codes 22-35
Safety Statements 26-36/37/39-45
RTECS Number N/A
Transport Information UN 2680 8/PG 2
WGK Germany 2
GHS Pictogram
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Corrosive - GHS05
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Skull and Crossbones - GHS06

About Lithium Hydroxide

Lithium Hydroxide is a highly water insoluble crystalline Lithium source for uses compatible with higher (basic) pH environments. Hydroxide, the OH- anion composed of an oxygen atom bonded to a hydrogen atom, is commonly present in nature and is one of the most widely studied molecules in physical chemistry. Hydroxide compounds have diverse properties and uses, from base catalysis to detection of carbon dioxide. In a watershed 2013 experiment, scientists at JILA (the Joint Institute for Laboratory Astrophysics) achieved evaporative cooling of compounds for the first time using hydroxide molecules, a discovery that may lead to new methods of controlling chemical reactions and could impact a range of disciplines, including atmospheric science and energy production technologies. Lithium Hydroxide is generally immediately available in most volumes. High purity, submicron and nanopowder forms may be considered. American Elements produces to many standard grades when applicable, including Mil Spec (military grade); ACS, Reagent and Technical Grade; Food, Agricultural and Pharmaceutical Grade; Optical Grade, USP and EP/BP (European Pharmacopoeia/British Pharmacopoeia) and follows applicable ASTM testing standards. Typical and custom packaging is available. Additional technical, research and safety (MSDS) information is available as is a Reference Calculator for converting relevant units of measurement.

Synonyms

Lithium hydrate; Lithium hydroxide anhydrous; Lithine

Chemical Identifiers

Linear Formula LiOH
Pubchem CID 3939
MDL Number MFCD00011095
EC No. 215-183-4
IUPAC Name lithium hydroxide
Beilstein/Reaxys No. N/A
SMILES [Li+].[OH-]
InchI Identifier InChI=1S/Li.H2O/h;1H2/q+1;/p-1
InchI Key WMFOQBRAJBCJND-UHFFFAOYSA-M
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Packaging Specifications

Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Shipping documentation includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 440 gallon liquid totes, and 36,000 lb. tanker trucks.

Related Elements

Lithium Bohr ModelSee more Lithium products. Lithium (atomic symbol: Li, atomic number: 3) is a Block S, Group 1, Period 2 element with an atomic weight of 6.94. The number of electrons in each of Lithium's shells is [2, 1] and its electron configuration is [He] 2s1. The lithium atom has a radius of 152 pm and a Van der Waals radius of 181 pm. Lithium was discovered by Johann Arvedson in 1817 and first isolated by William Thomas Brande in 1821. The origin of the name Lithium comes from the Greek wordlithose which means "stone." Lithium is a member of the alkali group of metals. It has the highest specific heat and electrochemical potential of any element on the period table and the lowest density of any elements that are solid at room temperature. Elemental LithiumCompared to other metals, it has one of the lowest boiling points. In its elemental form, lithium is soft enough to cut with a knife its silvery white appearance quickly darkens when exposed to air. Because of its high reactivity, elemental lithium does not occur in nature. Lithium is the key component of lithium-ion battery technology, which is becoming increasingly more prevalent in electronics.