Description

Terephthalic Acid, Lithium Salt is a specialized metal-organic coordination compound derived from terephthalic acid. This high-purity salt is valued for its role as a functional additive and precursor in advanced material synthesis, offering unique ionic and thermal properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, battery technology, and specialty chemical industries seeking to modify material characteristics or develop novel lithium-containing compounds.

Application

• As a functional additive or nucleating agent in high-performance engineering plastics and polyesters to influence crystallization behavior and thermal stability.
• As a potential precursor material in the research and development of advanced lithium-ion battery components, such as electrolytes or cathode materials.
• In the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or coordination polymers for applications in catalysis, gas storage, or separation technologies.
• As a reagent or intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research for constructing specific molecular architectures.
• For use in specialty coatings and composites where lithium ions can impart specific conductive or optical properties.
• In analytical chemistry as a standard or reference material for calibration and testing procedures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Terephthalic Acid, Lithium Salt
CAS No.	28313-49-7
Molecular Formula	C8H4Li2O4
Molecular Weight	173.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Terephthalate; Dilithium Terephthalate; Terephthalic Acid Dilithium Salt; 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid, Lithium Salt; p-Phthalic Acid Lithium Salt; Li2TPA; Dilithium 1,4-benzenedicarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Terephthalic Acid, Lithium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, identity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with 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) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Lithium Terephthalate)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details

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