Molekula
Lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate
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Lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate is a lithium salt used as a strong electrolyte in organic synthesis and electrochemical applications. It is also employed as an ion exchange agent. It is a white crystalline powder with high solubility in polar solvents. CAS: 33454-82-9, Molecular Formula: CF3SO3Li, Molecular Weight: 156.01 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £49.80 per pack ex VAT · £59.76 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Assay/Purity | ≥ 98.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 56978926 |
| CAS Number | 33454-82-9 |
| IUPAC Name | lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate |
| EC Number | 251-528-5 |
| Molecular Formula | CF3SO3Li |
| Molecular Weight | 156.01 |
| Exact Mass | 155.968 |
| SMILES | [Li+].C(F)(F)(F)S(=O)(=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | MCVFFRWZNYZUIJ-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/CHF3O3S.Li/c2-1(3,4)8(5,6)7;/h(H,5,6,7);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 3664839 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2904995000 |
| Tariff Code | 2904990090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- 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
- Li triflate
- Lithium triflate
- Lithium trifluoromethanesulphonate
- Lithium Trifluoromethylsulfo?nate
- lithium(1+) ion trifluoromethanesulfonate
- Lithiumtrifluoromethanesulfonate (LiTFS)
- Methanesulfonic acid, 1,1,1-trifluoro-, lithium salt (1:1)
- Methanesulfonic acid, trifluoro-, lithium salt
- Trifluoromethanesulfonate (lithium)
- Trifluoromethanesulfonic acid, lithium salt
Frequently asked questions
What is lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate used for?
It is commonly used as a lithium salt in electrolytes for lithium-ion batteries and as a reagent in organic synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is CF3SO3Li with a molecular weight of 156.01 g/mol.
How should lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade is available?
Available in high-purity grade suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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