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Livent Lithium Carbonate, Battery Grade

Lithium Carbonate, Battery Grade is a free-flowing, odorless white powder with guaranteed 99.5 wt% purity and a relatively fine particle size. Battery grade product is a superior purity grade product for use as a precursor in making critical battery materials.

Chemical Name: Lithium Carbonate

CAS Number: 554-13-2

Labeling Claims: High Purity

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

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Applications & Uses

Base Chemicals End Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight73.89--
Melting Point720.0°C-
Water Solubility (20°C)1.3wt.%-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Lithium Carbonatemin. 99.5wt.%-
Water Contentmax. 0.5wt.%-
Sodium Contentmax. 0.050wt.%-
Calcium Contentmax. 0.040wt.%-
Sulfatemax. 0.1wt.%-
Iron Contentmax. 5wppm-
Aluminium Contentmax. 10wppm-
Copper Contentmax. 5wppm-
Nickel Contentmax. 6wppm-
Zinc Contentmax. 5wppm-
Chlorine Contentmax. 0.01wt.%-
Acid Insolublesmax. 0.02wt.%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & 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
  • 20 kg bag on 880 kg pallet
  • 25 kg bag – 1000 kg (1 MT) pallet
  • 450 kg supersack
  • 900 kg supersack
Shipping Limitations

Shipments of lithium carbonate are not classed as hazardous for transport. Shipments by post, parcel, air, water, rail, or road 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.