Description

Lithium Citrate, 99 CAS NO 6680-58-6 is a high-purity lithium salt of citric acid, widely recognized for its role as a reliable source of bioavailable lithium ions. This compound is essential in applications requiring precise lithium concentration and excellent solubility in aqueous systems. It serves as a critical raw material for the pharmaceutical, nutritional supplement, and advanced material synthesis industries, where consistent quality and purity are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in mood-stabilizing medications.
• Nutritional Supplements: Serves as a source of lithium in trace mineral formulations and dietary supplements.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a reagent in cell culture media and biochemical assays to study lithium's physiological effects.
• Electrolyte Additives: Investigated for use in specialized battery electrolytes and energy storage systems.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used as a standard or buffer component in analytical chemistry and life science laboratories.
• Ceramic & Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a fluxing agent or additive to modify the properties of specialty glasses and ceramics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Citrate, 99
CAS No.	6680-58-6
Molecular Formula	C6H5Li3O7
Molecular Weight	209.92 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Citrate Tribasic; Trilithium Citrate; Citric Acid Trilithium Salt; 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-, Trilithium Salt; NSC 16895; Citric Acid Lithium Salt; Lithium Citrate Anhydrous
EINECS	229-724-6

Quality Control

Our Lithium Citrate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is tested against rigorous in-house specifications, which typically include assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing the results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Lithium Citrate)	≥ 99.0%
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%

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