Description

Lithium Propionate CAS NO 6531-45-9 is the lithium salt of propionic acid, a white to off-white crystalline powder valued for its unique ionic properties and reactivity. This compound is essential for applications requiring a source of lithium ions or propionate anions in controlled chemical synthesis and material science. It serves critical roles in the pharmaceutical industry as an intermediate, in research and development for battery electrolyte formulations, and in organic synthesis as a catalyst or reagent.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to modify conductivity and improve electrode stability.
• Organic Synthesis Catalyst/Reagent: Acts as a base or catalyst in various organic transformations, including condensation and polymerization reactions.
• Preservative Research: Studied for potential antimicrobial properties in niche industrial or material preservation applications.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Material Science: Used in the development of specialty polymers, coatings, or ceramic precursors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Propionate
CAS No.	6531-45-9
Molecular Formula	C3H5LiO2
Molecular Weight	80.01 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Propanoate; Propanoic Acid, Lithium Salt; Propionic Acid Lithium Salt; EINECS 229-445-6; Lithium Propionate Hydrate (common form); LiOOCCH2CH3
EINECS	229-445-6

Quality Control

Our Lithium Propionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Lithium Propionate)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.05%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.05%

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