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Livent Lithium Carbonate, ACS Grade

Lithium Carbonate, ACS Grade is used as an additive in specialty glasses and low-expansion ceramics, It can also be used as an analytical agent.

Chemical Name: Lithium Carbonate

CAS Number: 554-13-2

Synonyms: Dilithium Carbonate, Li2CO3

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
CAS No.
554-13-2
EC No.
209-062-5

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight73.89--
Density (20°C)2.094g/cm³-
Melting Point720.0°C-
Specific Heat (25°C)0.315cal/g/°C-
Standard Heat of Formation-290.64Kcal/mole-
Heat of Fusion10.7Kcal/mole-
Water solubility (20°C)1.3Wt%-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Lithium Carbonatemin. 99wt.%-
Chlorine Contentmax. 0.005wt.%-
Sulfatemax. 0.2wt.%-
Iron Contentmax. 0.002wt.%-
Calcium Contentmax. 0.01wt.%-
Nitratemax. 0.0005wt.%-
Sodium Contentmax. 0.1wt.%-
Potassium Contentmax. 0.01wt.%-
Acid Insolublesmax. 0.01wt.%-
Heavy metalsmax. 0.002wt.%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Toxicity/Safety

Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye irritation. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.  If in the eyes rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention. If swallowed call a poison center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Shipping Containers

110 pounds (50 kg) or 220 pounds (100 kg) of product in 38 gallon (143.8 L) or 55 gallon (193 L) polyethylene-lined fiber drum, respectively.

Shipping Limitations

Shipments of lithium carbonate require no hazardous shipping labels. Shipments by post, parcel, air, water, rail, or truck are acceptable within each carrier's weight limits and packaging requirements.

Storage & Handling

Handling/Storage/Disposal

Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Use with adequate ventilation. Wear safety glasses or goggles and rubber gloves. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep away from strong acids. Keep container closed. Dispose of waste according to local and Federal laws and regulations.