Description

Lithium Ricinoleate is the lithium salt of ricinoleic acid, a key fatty acid derivative. This specialized compound serves as an effective thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent in various formulations, valued for its ability to modify rheological properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and lubricant industries seeking high-performance, metal-based additives.

Application

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as a viscosity modifier and stabilizer in creams, lotions, and ointments.
• Lubricating Greases: Functions as a thickener and performance additive in specialty lithium-based greases.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as an emulsifying and gelling agent in topical drug delivery systems.
• Industrial Additives: Serves as a dispersant and processing aid in various chemical formulations.
• Research & Development: Employed as a reagent or intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Ricinoleate
CAS No.	15467-06-8
Molecular Formula	C18H33LiO3
Molecular Weight	296.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium (R)-12-Hydroxy-9-octadecenoate; 12-Hydroxy-9-octadecenoic Acid Lithium Salt; Ricinoleic Acid Lithium Salt; Lithium (Z)-12-Hydroxyoctadec-9-enoate; 9-Octadecenoic Acid, 12-Hydroxy-, Lithium Salt, (9Z,12R)-; Lithium 12-Hydroxyoleate
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Quality Control

Our Lithium Ricinoleate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your technical requirements.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Lithium Ricinoleate)	Min. 95.0%
Loss on Drying	Max. 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 20 ppm

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