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Lithium iodide anhydrous
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Lithium iodide anhydrous (LiI) is an inorganic salt composed of lithium and iodine, widely used as a catalyst in organic synthesis, a reagent in analytical chemistry, and an electrolyte in lithium batteries. It is also used in photographic processing. It is also employed in pharmaceutical research and as a reagent for cleaving methyl esters to the corresponding carboxylic acids. This anhydrous chemical has a CAS number of 10377-51-2, a molecular formula of LiI, and a molecular weight of 133.85 g/mol. It can be stored safely at ambient conditions. The product carries a signal word of "Warning" for handling precautions. Molekula supplies lithium iodide anhydrous from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off-white to light yellow powder |
| Water | ≤ 0.1% |
| Purity | ≥ 99.9% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.005% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 0.0005% |
| Calcium (Ca) | ≤ 0.001% |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.0002% |
| Potassium (K) | ≤ 0.001% |
| Chromium (Cr) | ≤ 0.0002% |
| Sodium (Na) | ≤ 0.03% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.008% |
| Chlorine (Cl) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Iodine (I) | ≤ 0.0002% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 1171 °C at 760 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 66321 (PAC Chemical Database)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90026255 |
| CAS Number | 10377-51-2 |
| IUPAC Name | lithium iodide |
| EC Number | 233-822-5 |
| Molecular Formula | LiI |
| Molecular Weight | 133.85 |
| Exact Mass | 133.9205 |
| SMILES | [Li+].[I-] |
| InChIKey | HSZCZNFXUDYRKD-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/HI.Li/h1H;/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 66321 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28276051 |
| Tariff Code | 2827600090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- 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
- (6L)Lithium iodide
- LII
- LiI.xH2O
- Lithium iodide
- Lithium iodide (6LiI)
- Lithium iodide (LiI)
- Lithium iodide, ultra dry
- Lithium monoiodide
- lithium(1+) hydrate iodide
- lLithiumiodid
Frequently asked questions
What is lithium iodide anhydrous commonly used for?
Lithium iodide anhydrous is primarily used in organic synthesis as a mild reducing agent, in lithium-ion battery research, and as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of lithium iodide anhydrous?
The chemical formula is LiI, and the molecular weight is 133.85 g/mol.
How should lithium iodide anhydrous be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
What purity grades of lithium iodide anhydrous does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies anhydrous lithium iodide in ACS reagent grade (typically ≥99.0% purity).
Can Molekula supply lithium iodide anhydrous in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply lithium iodide anhydrous in bulk, with quantities tailored to your requirements—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of lithium iodide anhydrous?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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