Description

Lithium-p-Styrenesulfonate is the lithium salt of p-styrenesulfonic acid, a key monomer and functional material. This compound is valued for its ability to impart ionic conductivity and hydrophilicity to polymers, making it essential for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, battery, and specialty chemical industries for developing ion-exchange membranes, conductive binders, and hydrophilic coatings.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: As a reactive monomer for producing sulfonated polystyrene and other ion-conducting polymers.
• Lithium-Ion Battery Components: Used in the formulation of conductive binders and solid polymer electrolytes to enhance ionic conductivity.
• Ion-Exchange Membranes: A critical raw material for manufacturing membranes used in fuel cells, electrodialysis, and water treatment systems.
• Hydrophilic Coatings & Modifiers: Imparts surface wettability and anti-fog properties to plastics and other materials.
• Dispersants & Stabilizers: Acts as an effective dispersing agent for pigments and nanoparticles in aqueous systems.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or precursor in academic and industrial R&D for novel polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium-p-Styrenesulfonate
CAS No.	4551-88-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7LiO3S
Molecular Weight	190.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Styrenesulfonic Acid Lithium Salt; p-Styrenesulfonic Acid Lithium Salt; Lithium 4-Vinylbenzenesulfonate; Lithium Styrene-4-sulfonate; Vinylbenzenesulfonic Acid Lithium Salt; LiSS; Lithium PSS
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Quality Control

Our Lithium-p-Styrenesulfonate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and moisture content determination, to ensure it meets high-purity standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent caking and degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets requirement

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.