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Lithium hydroxide monohydrate
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Lithium hydroxide monohydrate is a hygroscopic inorganic compound used in lithium-ion battery production, ceramic manufacturing, and as a carbon dioxide absorbent. It appears as a white crystalline solid, highly soluble in water, and is corrosive. CAS: 1310-66-3, Molecular formula: HLiO · H2O, Molecular weight: 41.96 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Lithium hydroxide monohydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £38.90 per pack ex VAT · £46.68 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £114.70 per pack ex VAT · £137.64 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10ppm |
| Assay | ⩾ 98.0% |
| Fe2O3 | ≤ 0.001% |
| NaOH | ≤ 0.5% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to structure |
| Potassium (K) | ≤ 15ppm |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.5% |
| Lithium Hydroxide (LiOH) | ≥ 56.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 450-471 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 168937 (ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19153502 |
| CAS Number | 1310-66-3 |
| IUPAC Name | lithium;hydroxide;hydrate |
| Molecular Formula | HLiO · H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 41.96 |
| Exact Mass | 42.0293 |
| SMILES | [Li+].O.[OH-] |
| InChIKey | GLXDVVHUTZTUQK-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Li.2H2O/h;2*1H2/q+1;;/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 168937 |
| UN Number | UN2680 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 28252000 |
| Tariff Code | 2825200000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- Hydroxyde de lithium
- LiOH water
- LiOH-hydrate
- Lithium hydroxide (Li(OH)), monohydrate
- Lithium hydroxide H2O
- lithium hydroxide hydrate
- lithium hydroxide water
- Lithium hydroxido
- lithiumhydroxid-hydrate
- water LiOH
Frequently asked questions
What is lithium hydroxide monohydrate used for?
It is primarily used in the production of lithium-ion batteries and as a raw material in the synthesis of lithium compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is HLiO·H2O and the molecular weight is 41.96 g/mol.
How should lithium hydroxide monohydrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply lithium hydroxide monohydrate in bulk quantities; please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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