Lithium hydroxide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula LiOH. It is a white, crystalline solid that is highly alkaline in nature. Lithium hydroxide is commonly used in various industrial applications, including the production of lithium-ion batteries, lubricating greases, ceramics, and as a carbon dioxide absorbent.
Property | Specification |
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CAS Number | 1310-65-2 |
Molecular Formula | LiOH |
Appearance | White crystalline solid |
Purity | 98.0% min |
Lithium Carbonate (Li2CO3) | 1.0% max |
Sodium (Na) | 0.2% max |
Potassium (K) | 0.005% max |
Calcium (Ca) | 0.05% max |
Iron (Fe) | 0.001% max |
Chloride (Cl) | 0.02% max |
Sulfate (SO4) | 0.05% max |
Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 0.005% max |
Moisture Content | 0.5% max |
Particle Size Distribution | 95% passing through 100 mesh sieve |