Description

Lithium Docosanoate is a high-purity lithium salt of behenic acid, a long-chain saturated fatty acid. This compound serves as a highly effective and thermally stable metal soap, offering superior performance as a thickening agent, lubricant, and rheology modifier in advanced formulations. It is a critical raw material for industries requiring precision additives for high-temperature processes and specialty polymer production. Key sectors utilizing this product include advanced lubricant manufacturing, polymer processing, and the development of specialized greases and coatings.

Application

• As a high-temperature thickener and gelling agent in advanced lithium complex greases.
• As a lubricant and process aid in the extrusion and molding of engineering plastics and polymers.
• As a rheology modifier and stabilizer in specialty coatings and ink formulations.
• As a component in corrosion-inhibiting additives for metalworking fluids.
• As a catalyst or co-catalyst in specific organic synthesis reactions.
• As a hydrophobic agent and water repellent in surface treatments for textiles and paper.
• In the formulation of high-performance release agents for the rubber and plastics industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Docosanoate
CAS No.	4499-91-6
Molecular Formula	C22H43LiO2
Molecular Weight	346.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Behenate; Docosanoic Acid, Lithium Salt; Behenic Acid Lithium Salt; Lithium 1-Docosanoate; Lithium n-Docosanoate; Lithium Salt of Behenic Acid; Lithium Monodocosanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lithium Docosanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and 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 and degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white fine powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Lithium Content)	Min. 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Acid Value	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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