Description

Lithium Dichromate is an inorganic chemical compound with the formula Li₂Cr₂O₇, primarily known for its role as a strong oxidizing agent in various chemical synthesis and industrial processes. Its value lies in providing a source of dichromate ions in non-aqueous or specific ionic environments where other dichromates may be less suitable. This compound is essential for research laboratories, specialty chemical manufacturers, and industries involved in catalysis, analytical chemistry, and materials science.

Application

• Oxidizing agent in organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing.
• Catalyst or catalyst precursor in specific polymerization and oxidation reactions.
• Component in analytical chemistry for calibration standards or specific test methods.
• Research and development applications in electrochemistry and battery material studies.
• Used in the preparation of other chromium-based compounds and materials.
• Potential application in wood treatment and corrosion inhibition formulations (subject to local regulations).

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Dichromate
CAS No.	10022-48-7
Molecular Formula	Li₂Cr₂O₇
Molecular Weight	229.87 g/mol
Synonyms	Dilithium dichromate; Dichromic acid, dilithium salt; Lithium bichromate; Chromic acid (H2Cr2O7), dilithium salt
EINECS	233-030-9

Quality Control

Our Lithium Dichromate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with each shipment, ensuring compliance with agreed specifications and supporting your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and oxidizing nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture and stored separately from combustible materials, strong reducing agents, and organic compounds.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange-red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Li₂Cr₂O₇)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.05 %

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