Description

Lithium Nitrate (LiNO₃) is an inorganic compound with a CAS number of 7790-69-4, widely utilized in research and industrial applications due to its high solubility and thermal stability. This white crystalline solid is composed of lithium cations (Li⁺) and nitrate anions (NO₃^–), offering excellent ionic conductivity and compatibility with various chemical processes. Lithium nitrate is commonly employed in electrolyte formulations for lithium-ion batteries, heat transfer fluids, and pyrotechnic compositions. Its hygroscopic nature necessitates proper storage in a dry, sealed environment to maintain purity. With a molecular weight of 68.946 g/mol, it is available in high-purity grades (≥99%) suitable for analytical and synthetic applications.

Properties

• CAS Number: 7790-69-4
• Complexity: 18.8
• IUPAC Name: lithium;nitrate
• InChI: InChI=1S/Li.NO3/c;2-1(3)4/q+1;-1
• InChI Key: IIPYXGDZVMZOAP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 69.00382130
• Molecular Formula: LiNO3
• Molecular Weight: 69.0
• SMILES: [Li+].[N+](=O)([O-])[O-]
• Topological: 62.9
• Monoisotopic Mass: 69.00382130
• Physical Description: Lithium nitrate appears as a white to light yellow colored crystalline solid. Denser than water. Contact with the material may cause irritation to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingestion. May cause the acceleration of the burning of combustible materials. Prolonged exposure to heat or flames may result in an explosion.
• Synonyms: Lithium nitrate, Nitric acid, lithium salt, LiNO3, Nitric acid lithium salt (1:1), Nitric acid, lithium salt (1:1), LITHIUM NITRATE [MI], CHEBI:63315, DTXSID90884437, 68XG6U4533, Lithium nitric acid, Nitric acid lithium salt, LITHIUM(1+) ION NITRATE, DTXCID701023878, Nitric acid, lithium salt, trihydrate, 232-218-9, ec 232-218-9, einecs 232-218-9, un2722, unii-68xg6u4533, 7790-69-4, lithium;nitrate, Lithium nitrate anhydrous, MFCD00011094, SCHEMBL22864, LITHIUM NITRATE 3-HYDRATE, AKOS015833350, AKOS015902748, NS00081899, Q420146, Lithium nitrate anhydrous, 99.98% (metals basis)

Application

Lithium nitrate is primarily used as an electrolyte additive in lithium-ion batteries to enhance thermal stability and cycling performance. It also serves as a key component in high-temperature heat transfer fluids due to its excellent thermal properties. Additionally, it finds application in pyrotechnics as an oxidizer to produce vibrant red flames.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer [Danger Oxidizing liquids; Oxidizing solids]
• H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]

Precautionary Statements

• P203, P210, P220, P280, P318, P370+P378, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Ox. Sol. 2 (90.5%)
• Acute Tox. 4 (70.4%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (71.1%)

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