Description

Lithium Valerate is the lithium salt of valeric acid, a key compound in specialized chemical synthesis and advanced material research. Its unique ionic properties make it a valuable precursor for developing novel electrolytes and catalysts. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, battery technology, and fine chemical sectors seeking high-purity organolithium reagents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals requiring lithium-mediated reactions.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated as a potential component or additive in advanced lithium-ion and solid-state battery formulations to enhance stability and performance.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for generating catalysts used in organic synthesis, including polymerization and cross-coupling reactions.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new organometallic compounds and reaction pathways.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of other valerate salts, esters, and complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Lithium Valerate
CAS No.	38869-19-1
Molecular Formula	C5H9LiO2
Molecular Weight	108.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium pentanoate; Valeric acid lithium salt; Pentanoic acid, lithium salt; Lithium n-valerate; n-Valeric acid lithium salt; LiVal; Lithium salt of valeric acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lithium Valerate is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Lithium Valerate)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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