Product Name
Lithium Carbonate
Category
Electrolytes; Electrode Materials; Phosphors - Phosphor Materials; Battery Materials
Description
Lithium Carbonate is a water insoluble Lithium source that can easily be converted to other Lithium compounds, such as the oxide by heating (calcination). Carbonate compounds also give off carbon dioxide when treated with dilute acids. Lithium Carbonate is generally immediately available in most volumes.
IUPAC Name
Dilithium;carbonate
Canonical SMILES
[Li+].[Li+].C(=O)([O-])[O-]
InChI
InChI=1S/CH₂O3.2Li/c2-1(3)4;/h(H2,2,3,4);/q;2*+1/p-2
InChI Key
XGZVUEUWXADBQD-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Density
2.11 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water
Storage
Store at +5 °C to +30 °C
Color/Form
White, light, alkaline powder;White monoclinic crystals
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count
3
EC Number
209-062-5;233-818-3
Hazard Statements
H302 : Harmful if swallowed.H315 : Causes skin irritation.H319 : Causes serious eye irritation.H361 : Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.H371 : May cause damage to organs.H373 : May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
MeSH Entry Terms
Bicarbonate, Lithium;Carbonate, Dilithium;Carbonate, Lithium;CP 15,467 61;CP-15,467-61;CP15,46761;Dilithium Carbonate;Eskalith;Lithane;Lithium Bicarbonate;Lithium Carbonate;Lithobid;Lithonate;Lithotabs;Micalith;NSC 16895;NSC-16895;NSC16895;Priadel;Quilinorm retard;Quilinorm-retard;Quilinormretard
Monoisotopic Mass
74.01675073
Precautionary Statements
P501 : Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.P260 : Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray.P270 : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.P202 : Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.P201 : Obtain special instructions before use.P264 : Wash skin thoroughly after handling.P280 : Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.P308 + P313 : IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.P337 + P313 : If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.P305 + P351 + P338 : IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.P308 + P311 : IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.P302 + P352 : IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.P332 + P313 : If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.P362 : Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.P301 + P312 + P330 : IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.P405 : Store locked up.
Refractive Index
INDEX OF REFRACTION: 1.428, 1.567, 1.572
Topological Polar Surface Area
63.2 Ų