- ▸ Battery materials: Precursor for nickel-rich lithium-ion cathodes.
- ▸ Lubricating greases: Lithium source for grease thickeners.
- ▸ CO2 absorption: Carbon-dioxide scrubbing in air purification.
- ▸ Catalysis: Catalyst for esterification and polymerization.
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Lithium hydroxide monohydrate (LiOH·H2O, CAS 1310-66-3) is the hydrated, common commercial form of lithium hydroxide. It is used as a precursor for lithium-ion battery cathode materials, a source of lithium for lubricating-grease thickeners, a carbon-dioxide absorbent, and a catalyst in esterification and polymerization.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between lithium hydroxide and lithium hydroxide monohydrate?
Lithium hydroxide monohydrate (LiOH·H2O, CAS 1310-66-3) is the hydrated, common commercial form carrying one water of crystallization, whereas anhydrous lithium hydroxide (LiOH, CAS 1310-65-2) contains no bound water. The monohydrate is more stable to handle; account for the water content when calculating lithium dosing.
What is the formula for lithium hydroxide monohydrate?
The formula is LiOH·H2O (listed as H3LiO2), CAS 1310-66-3. Its molecular weight is higher than anhydrous LiOH because of the bound water molecule, which matters for stoichiometric calculations in cathode and grease production.
What is lithium hydroxide monohydrate used for?
It is used as a precursor for nickel-rich lithium-ion battery cathode materials, a lithium source for lubricating-grease thickeners, a carbon-dioxide absorbent in air purification, and as a catalyst in esterification and polymerization.
How does lithium hydroxide monohydrate ship under DOT regulations?
Lithium hydroxide monohydrate is assigned UN 2680 (LITHIUM HYDROXIDE, MONOHYDRATE) and ships as a corrosive solid. Packaging, labeling, and transport classification follow the SDS and applicable regulations; confirm packaging with your quote.
Does RawSource supply lithium hydroxide monohydrate in bulk, and with what documentation?
RawSource distributes lithium hydroxide monohydrate in bulk industrial quantities under HS code 2825.20. A Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) ship with each order; request both with a bulk quote for your target volume and battery- or technical-grade requirement.