Description

Lithium Hydride is a high-purity inorganic compound valued for its powerful reducing properties and role as a versatile hydrogen source. Its exceptional reactivity makes it a critical reagent in advanced material synthesis and energy storage applications. This product is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the battery technology, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking a reliable and consistent material for demanding processes.

Application

• Hydrogen Storage and Generation: Acts as a compact source of hydrogen gas for fuel cells and portable power systems.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a powerful reducing agent and base in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals.
• Battery Electrolyte Component: Used in the research and development of next-generation solid-state and lithium-based battery technologies.
• Metallurgy: Serves as a reducing agent in the production of high-purity metals and metal hydrides.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Functions as a precursor in the deposition of lithium-containing thin films for electronic and optical coatings.
• Nuclear Fusion Research: Utilized in experimental setups as a source of tritium, a key fuel for fusion reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Hydride
CAS No.	7580-67-8
Molecular Formula	LiH
Molecular Weight	7.95 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium monohydride; Hydridolithium; Lithium(I) hydride; Lithium hydride (LiH); Lithium hydride, powder; Lithium hydride, fused solid
EINECS	231-484-3

Quality Control

Our Lithium Hydride is manufactured under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise purity and compositional specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly hygroscopic and reactive nature, this material must be stored under a dry, inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from moisture, acids, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to gray crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (LiH)	≥ 95.0%
Lithium Hydroxide (LiOH)	≤ 2.0%
Lithium Oxide (Li₂O)	≤ 1.5%
Particle Size (Custom)	Contact for details

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