CAS 1310-66-3 Lithium Hydroxide Monohydrate - Materials / Alfa Chemistry

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Lithium Hydroxide Monohydrate

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Catalog Number

ACM1310663

CAS Number

1310-66-3

Product Name

Lithium Hydroxide Monohydrate

Structure

Category

Electrolytes

Synonyms

Monohydrate lithium hydroxide

Description

Lithium Hydroxide Monohydrate 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.

IUPAC Name

Lithium;hydroxide;hydrate

Molecular Weight

Molecular Formula

LiOH ·H2O

Canonical SMILES

[Li+].O.[OH-]

InChI

InChI=1S/Li.2H₂O/h;2*1H2/q+1;/p-1

InChI Key

GLXDVVHUTZTUQK-UHFFFAOYSA-M

Boiling Point

920 °C

Melting Point

462 °C

Purity

99%+

Density

1.51 g/cm³

Solubility

Soluble in water

Appearance

White to cream or yellow solid

Application

Lithium Hydroxide Monohydrate serves a diverse range of applications due to its unique properties as a strong base. This compound is primarily used in the production of various lithium-based products, including lithium greases, soaps, stearate, and other lithium salts. In the realm of gas purification, it effectively absorbs carbon dioxide, making it essential for maintaining breathable air in controlled environments such as spacecraft, submarines, and rebreathers. Furthermore, Lithium Hydroxide Monohydrate is a crucial component in storage-battery electrolytes, assists as a heat transfer medium, and acts as a catalyst in polymerization reactions. Additionally, it plays a role in the manufacturing of ceramics and the formulation of certain Portland cement compounds, showcasing its versatility across different industries.

Storage

Room Temperature

Complexity

Covalently-Bonded Unit Count

EC Number

603-454-3

Exact Mass

42.02930777

Formal Charge

Hazard Statements

H302-H314-H402

Heavy Atom Count