Description

Spodumene is a lithium aluminum inosilicate mineral and a primary source of lithium for the global market. Its high lithium content makes it a critical raw material for the production of lithium chemicals and lithium-ion batteries. This product is essential for manufacturers in the energy storage, ceramics, glass, and metallurgical industries seeking a reliable and high-quality lithium feedstock.

Application

• Lithium-Ion Battery Production: As a key feedstock for lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide, essential for cathode materials in electric vehicles and consumer electronics.
• Glass & Ceramics: Used as a fluxing agent to lower melting temperatures and improve thermal expansion properties in specialty glass and ceramic bodies.
• Aluminum Smelting: Employed as an additive in electrolytic cells to increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
• Grease & Lubricants: Serves as a precursor for lithium stearate, a key thickener in high-temperature, multi-purpose lubricating greases.
• Pharmaceutical & Chemical Synthesis: Provides lithium for use in mood-stabilizing pharmaceuticals and as a catalyst or reagent in organic synthesis.
• Air Treatment: Used in lithium chloride brines for air conditioning and industrial dehumidification systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Spodumene
CAS No.	66057-55-4
Molecular Formula	LiAlSi2O6
Molecular Weight	186.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Aluminum Silicate; Triphane; Kunzite (gem variety); Hiddenite (gem variety); α-Spodumene; β-Spodumene; Spodumenite; Spodumene Concentrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Spodumene is sourced and processed under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as lithium oxide (Li2O) content, impurity profiles, and particle size distribution. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of the battery and technical ceramics industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids. Minimize dust generation and accumulation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to grayish powder or crystalline solid
Lithium Oxide (Li2O) Content	≥ 6.0%
Assay (as LiAlSi2O6)	≥ 95.0%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.5%
Moisture Content	≤ 1.0%
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details

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