Lithium Citrate Tetrahydrate, milled
C6H5Li3O7 x 4 H2O
CAS Number: 6080-58-6
EC Number: 612-032-8
Material REACH Number: 01-2120757141-62-0000
Lithium Citrate Tetrahydrate, milled (CAS 6080-58-6) is an inorganic lithium salt with molecular formula C6H5Li3O7 x 4 H2O. It is supplied as a milled solid.
It can serve as a raw material for producing high-purity lithium chemicals used in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Raw material for pharmaceuticals and building material industry.
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
trilithium;2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate;tetrahydrate
Molecular Weight
281.98g/mol
Appearance
Powder
Color
Colorless
Flash Point
(Not applicable)
Density
1.64 g/cm3 at 20 °C (1,013 hPa) Method: OECD Test Guideline 109
Bulk Density
800 - 900 kg/m3
Solubility in Water
470 g/l at 25 °C Method: OECD Test Guideline 105
Additional Properties
Theoretical lithium content: 7.38 % Transition range: 100 – 150 °C (due to dehydration)
Applications
Raw material for pharmaceuticals and building material industry.
Specifications
- assay (dry substance) min. 98 %
- H2O 24 - 28 %
- Additional values on request.
Handling and Storage
Handling Instructions
If moisture is excluded, lithium citrate has unlimited shelf life. No special precautions are necessary when handling the material.