Lithium hydroxide monohydrate's safety

Lithium hydroxide monohydrate is an inorganic compound with the formula LiOH. It is a white hygroscopic crystalline material. It is soluble in water and slightly soluble in ethanol. It is available commercially in anhydrous form and as the monohydrate (LiOH.H2O), both of which are strong bases.



Lithium hydroxide monohydrate is used in preparation of other lithium salts where use of carbonate is not practical; as a catalyst in the production of alkyd resins, in esterifications. Lithium hydroxide monohydrate is also used in the production of lithium soaps, greases and sulfonates.

1.Identification

Application:A compound used in the preparation of lithium salts

CAS Number:1310-66-3

Purity: ≥98%

Molecular Weight:41.96

Molecular Formula:LiOH?H2O

Appearance:White crystalline

Physical State: Solid

Solubility:Soluble in water (216 mg/ml at 20 °C), ethanol (freely), and alcohol
(slightly).

Storage:Store at room temperature

Boiling Point: 924 °C

Density:1.51 g/cm3 at 20 °C


2.Stability

*Lithium Hydroxide Monohydrate is stable under normal storage and temperature
conditions.

*Lithium Hydroxide Monohydrate is incompatible with acids, aluminum and zinc.



3.Health Hazards

*Corrosive to the eyes (may cause blindness), skin, nose and throat.

*Continuous inhalation exposure may cause lung damage.

*Use local exhaust ventilation to reduce airborne concentrations.



4.Storage

*Store in a cool, dry location

*Keep containers closed and sealed

*Do not storage close to acids or water