Lithium p-Toluate CAS NO 16090-05-4

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CAS No.:16090-05-4

Grade:Pharmacy Grade

Content:99.9%

Brand:Customizable

Packaging:Customizable

Description

Lithium p-Toluate is an organolithium compound and the lithium salt of p-toluic acid. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and catalyst in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is particularly valuable for industries requiring precise lithium sources or carboxylate anions, such as pharmaceutical manufacturing, polymer research, and the development of energy storage materials.

Application

As a catalyst or co-catalyst in polymerization reactions, including the synthesis of specialty polyesters and polyamides.
As a precursor or reagent in organic synthesis for the pharmaceutical industry, facilitating carbon-lithium bond formation.
In electrolyte formulation research for next-generation lithium-ion or lithium-metal batteries.
As a stabilizing agent or additive in high-performance lubricants and greases.
For academic and industrial R&D in organometallic chemistry and materials science.
As a standard or reference material in analytical laboratories for calibration and method development.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Lithium p-Toluate
CAS No.	16090-05-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7LiO2
Molecular Weight	142.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium 4-methylbenzoate; p-Toluic acid lithium salt; 4-Methylbenzoic acid lithium salt; Lithium para-toluate; Lithium 4-toluate; Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-, lithium salt; Lithium p-methylbenzoate
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Quality Control

Our Lithium p-Toluate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and moisture content are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Lithium p-Toluate)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%