Lithium Hydroxide

Synonym(s)

: Lithium hydrate

Mol. Formula

: LiOH

EC / List no.

: 215-183-4

CAS no.

: 1310-65-2

Molecular weight

: 24

Lithium hydroxide is an alkali metal hydroxide. This substance appears as a clear to water-white liquid whose solution may have a pungent odour. Contact may cause severe irritation to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingestion, inhalation and skin absorption. It is used to make other chemicals.

Application

» Used in batteries, electrical and electronic products, lubricants, greases and paper products.
» Used in adsorbents and absorbents, battery manufacturing, paints, intermediates, lubricants and lubricant additives and processing aids.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» Lithium hydroxide appears as a clear to aqua-white liquid.
» The solution has a strong odor.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	450-471
Density	g/cm3	2.54	20 °C
Solubility	g/ 100 mL	12.8	20 °C, soluble with water
Decomposition point	°C	942