Lithium Ethoxide Description
Lithium Ethoxide (CAS: 2388-07-0) is one kind of industrial-grade chemicals. It belongs to Lithium alkoxides, which are ionic in nature. Lithium Ethoxide is an involatile white crystalline substance. It is insoluble in non-polar organic solvents. Lithium Ethoxide resists prolonged heating at very high temperatures. Furthermore, Lithium Ethoxide is widely demanded in various industrial applications.
Lithium Ethoxide Specifications
CAS Number
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2388-07-0
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Molecular formula
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LiOCH2CH3
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Molecular weight
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52 g/mol
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Density
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0.8200g/mL
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Appearance
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White powder and chunks
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Lithium Ethoxide Applications
Lithium Ethoxide is a basic compound that is widely used in alkylation and condensation reactions. Lithium Ethoxide has various applications for medicine, chemical industry, organic synthesis, phase-transfer catalyst. For example, Lithium Ethoxide can be used as a precursor for chemical vapor deposition of thin films for lithium-ion battery electrolyte materials.
Safety Information
Symbol
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GHS02,GHS05
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Signal word
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Danger
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Hazard statements
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H251 - H314
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Precautionary statements
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P235 - P260 - P280 - P301 + P330 + P331 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P305 + P351 + P338
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Personal Protective Equipment
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Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves, respirator cartridge type N100 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
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RIDADR
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UN 3206 8(4.2) / PGII
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WGK Germany
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3
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FAQs
1. What are the main applications of Lithium Ethoxide Powder?
Lithium Ethoxide Powder is primarily used in:
Organic synthesis, including the preparation of lithium-based compounds
Catalysis in various chemical reactions
Production of pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals
Manufacture of lithium-containing materials for industrial applications
2. What are the key properties of Lithium Ethoxide Powder?
Key properties of Lithium Ethoxide Powder include:
Non-volatile and crystalline structure
Insolubility in non-polar organic solvents
High thermal stability, resistant to prolonged exposure to high temperatures
Ionic nature, making it reactive in specific chemical processes
3. What industries use Lithium Ethoxide Powder?
Lithium Ethoxide Powder is used in industries such as:
Chemical manufacturing
Pharmaceuticals
Specialty chemicals
Research and development in organic synthesis