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Product: 546-89-4 Lithium Acetate

Lithium Acetate, 24% solution

CH3COOLi

CAS Number:  546-89-4 EC Number:  208-914-3 REACH Number:  01-2120751991-47-0001

Lithium Acetate (CAS 546-89-4) is an inorganic lithium salt with molecular formula CH3COOLi. It is typically supplied as a liquid.

It can serve as a raw material for producing high-purity lithium chemicals used in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Raw material for pharmaceuticals, polymerization catalyst, preparation of antistatic fibers, stabilization of polyvinyl chloride.

Store in a tightly sealed container to prevent contamination (and moisture pickup where applicable). Use standard industrial hygiene practices and consult the SDS for handling, incompatibilities, and spill response.

Physical and Chemical Properties
Property Value
IUPAC Name
lithium acetate
Molecular Weight
65.99g/mol
Appearance
Liquid
Color
Colorless To Yellow
Solubility in Water
(completely miscible)

Applications

Raw material for pharmaceuticals, polymerization catalyst, preparation of antistatic fibers, stabilization of polyvinyl chloride.

Specifications

  • CH3COOLi Solution 22% - 26%
  • Na max. 0.015%
  • Fe max. 0.002%
  • SO4 max. 0.01%
  • Cl max. 0.003%

    Handling Instructions

    No special precautions are necessary when handling the material.

    Storage Instructions

    Please store in tightly closed original containers under exclusion of humidity.

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