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Lithium oxalate

SKU 14186885 CAS 553-91-3 C2Li2O4 MW 101.90 Made to order Bulk quantities on request

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Lithium oxalate (CAS 553-91-3) is an inorganic salt composed of lithium cations and oxalate anions, primarily used in analytical chemistry as a reagent for metal ion detection, as a prelithiation additive in lithium-ion battery research, and as a precursor in organic synthesis. It has a molecular formula of C2Li2O4 and a molecular weight of 101.90 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions with a signal word warning for handling. Molekula supplies lithium oxalate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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  • 25 g — £28.00 per pack ex VAT · £33.60 inc. VAT
  • 100 g — £62.30 per pack ex VAT · £74.76 inc. VAT

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance White powder
Identification Conforms to reference
Iron (Fe) <0.001%
Lead (Pb) ≤0.002%
Calcium (Ca) <0.01%
Magnesium (Mg) <0.005%
Potassium (K) <0.005%
Assay (Li2C2O4) >99%
Sodium (Na) <0.005%
Sulphates (SO4)(2-) <0.005%
Chlorine (Cl) <0.003%

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Acidity Neutral

Identification

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SKU 14186885
CAS Number 553-91-3
IUPAC Name dilithium;oxalate
EC Number 209-054-1
Molecular Formula C2Li2O4
Molecular Weight 101.90
Exact Mass 102.0117
SMILES [Li+].[Li+].C(=O)(C(=O)[O-])[O-]
InChIKey YNQRWVCLAIUHHI-UHFFFAOYSA-L
InChI InChI=1S/C2H2O4.2Li/c3-1(4)2(5)6;;/h(H,3,4)(H,5,6);;/q;2*+1/p-2
PubChem CID 68383
REACH Code Y110
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 2917.11.0000
Tariff Code 2917110099

Safety & GHS

Warning
  • GHS pictogram — Health Hazard Health Hazard GHS07

Hazard statements

  • H302+312 Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin

Precautionary statements

  • P261 Avoid breathing 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
  • P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
  • P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

Documents

Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch

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Synonyms

  • C2Li2O4
  • Dilithium ethanedioate
  • Dilithium oxalate
  • Ethanedioic acid lithium salt (1:2)
  • Ethanedioic acid, dilithium salt
  • LITHIUM OXALATE (LI2C2O4)
  • Oxalic acid dilithium salt

Frequently asked questions

What is lithium oxalate commonly used for?

Lithium oxalate is primarily used in analytical chemistry as a reagent, in the production of lithium salts, and as a precursor in organic synthesis.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of lithium oxalate?

The chemical formula is C₂Li₂O₄, and the molecular weight is 101.90 g/mol.

How should lithium oxalate be stored?

Store lithium oxalate in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible substances.

What grades of lithium oxalate does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies analytical grade lithium oxalate, suitable for laboratory and research applications.

Can Molekula supply lithium oxalate in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can provide lithium oxalate in bulk, subject to availability and order requirements.

What documentation comes with a lithium oxalate order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.

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