Molekula
Lithium acetate
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Lithium acetate is an organic lithium salt composed of lithium cations and acetate anions, used in chemical synthesis as a reagent or catalyst and in molecular biology for yeast transformation by the LiOAc/PEG method. On an industrial scale, it is also used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and polyesters. It also serves as a buffering agent in biochemical applications, including electrophoresis buffers. This chemical has a CAS number of 546-89-4, with the molecular formula C₂H₃O₂·Li and a molecular weight of 65.9850 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety classification. Molekula supplies lithium acetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Water | <0.5% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | <0.02% |
| Assay | >99% |
| Iron (Fe) | <0.002% |
| Calcium (Ca) | <0.01% |
| Sodium (Na) | <0.05% |
| Insoluble in water | <0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 280 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 3474584 (PAC Chemical Database)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90026647 |
| CAS Number | 546-89-4 |
| IUPAC Name | lithium acetate |
| EC Number | 208-914-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C2H3O2.Li |
| Molecular Weight | 65.9850 |
| Exact Mass | 66.0293 |
| SMILES | [Li+].CC(=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | XIXADJRWDQXREU-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H4O2.Li/c1-2(3)4;/h1H3,(H,3,4);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 3474584 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2915295000 |
| Tariff Code | 2915290000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- 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
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Synonyms
- ACETIC ACID, LITHIUM SALT
- Acetic acid, lithium salt (1:1)
- AcOLi
- CH3COOLi
- LiOAc
- Lithium ethanate
- lithium ethanoate
- lithium(1+) ion acetate
- Quilone
- Quilonorm
Frequently asked questions
What is lithium acetate commonly used for?
Lithium acetate is primarily used in biochemical research (e.g., yeast transformation by the LiOAc/PEG method and electrophoresis buffers) and in chemical synthesis as a reagent or catalyst.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of lithium acetate?
The formula is C₂H₃O₂·Li and the molecular weight is 65.9850 g/mol.
What safety classification does lithium acetate have?
The product has a Signal Word of 'Warning' under GHS classification, indicating moderate hazard.
How should lithium acetate be stored?
Store lithium acetate in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
Does Molekula offer lithium acetate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula supplies lithium acetate in bulk, with quantities tailored to your research or industrial needs—contact us for specifics.
What documentation is provided with a lithium acetate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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