Description

Spodumene is a lithium aluminum inosilicate mineral and a primary source of lithium, a critical element for modern energy storage. Its high lithium content makes it an essential raw material for the production of lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide. This product is vital for manufacturers in the lithium-ion battery, ceramics, glass, and metallurgical industries seeking a reliable and high-quality feedstock.

Application

• Lithium-Ion Battery Production: As the principal ore for lithium extraction, it is processed into lithium compounds used in cathodes and electrolytes for electric vehicles and consumer electronics.
• Ceramics and Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a flux to lower melting temperatures and improve thermal expansion properties in specialty glass, ceramics, and enamel frits.
• Aluminum Smelting: Used as a source of lithium fluoride in electrolytic baths to increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
• Pharmaceutical & Chemical Synthesis: Lithium derived from spodumene serves as a reagent or catalyst in various organic synthesis processes and pharmaceutical formulations.
• Welding Fluxes & Brazing Alloys: Incorporated into fluxes to stabilize the arc and improve weld quality.
• Air Purification: Processed lithium compounds from spodumene are used in systems for carbon dioxide absorption.

Basic Information

Product Name	Spodumene
CAS No.	1302-37-0
Molecular Formula	LiAlSi2O6
Molecular Weight	186.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Aluminum Silicate; Triphane; Kunzite (gem variety); Hiddenite (gem variety); α-Spodumene; β-Spodumene; Spodumenite; Lithium Aluminosilicate
EINECS	215-125-3

Quality Control

Our Spodumene is sourced and processed under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as lithium oxide (Li2O) content, impurity profiles, and particle size distribution. Our quality management system adheres to ISO standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet the specific requirements of battery-grade or industrial-grade 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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids. Minimize dust generation and accumulation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to grayish-white powder or crystalline solid
Lithium Oxide (Li2O) Content	≥ 6.0% - 8.0% (Grade Dependent)
Assay (as LiAlSi2O6)	≥ 95.0%
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (e.g., 10 µm - 200 µm)
Loss on Drying (LOD)	≤ 1.0%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.5%
Sodium (Na)	≤ 0.3%
Potassium (K)	≤ 0.2%

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