Lithium Chloride 99% ACS

Lithium chloride (LiCl) is an inorganic compound consisting of lithium cations (Li+) and chloride anions (Cl-). It is a white crystalline solid with a high melting point and excellent solubility in water. Lithium chloride is hygroscopic, meaning it readily absorbs moisture from the surrounding environment.

Lithium chloride finds various applications in scientific research and industrial processes. In laboratory settings, it is commonly used as a reagent and catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in reactions involving carbon-carbon bond formation. It is also used in molecular biology techniques to precipitate nucleic acids like DNA and RNA.

In addition, lithium chloride has applications in the production of lithium metal and lithium-ion batteries, where it serves as a source of lithium ions. It is employed in the manufacture of ceramics, glass, and pharmaceuticals. Lithium chloride can also be used as a desiccant, drying agent, and as a flame colorant in pyrotechnics to produce a vibrant red color.

Minimum Assay: >99.0%
Molecular Formula: LiCl
Molecular Weight: 42.39 
Boiling Point: 1325-1360°C
Melting Point: 605°C
Density at 20°C (g/cm3): 2.07
pH (5% soln 20°C): 6
Water: 0.4% max
Calcium: 0.02% max
Sulphate: 0.04% max
Iron: 0.0005% max
Sodium: 0.08% max
Potassium: 0.001% max
Insolubles in HCl: 0.01% max

Cas Number: 7447-41-8

Einecs Number: 231-212-3

HS Code / Commodity Code: 28273990

Hazard Phrases: H302,H315,H319

Prec Phrases: P301+P312,P330,P305+P351+P338