Description

Lithium Iodide Trihydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt valued for its role as a versatile reagent and precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its significance lies in providing a reliable source of lithium and iodide ions under controlled conditions, which is critical for research and specialized manufacturing processes. This compound is essential for industries including pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, and energy storage research, where precise material properties are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as a reagent in organic transformations.
• Electrolyte Additive: Serves as a component in research for solid-state and specialty battery electrolytes.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or precursor in organic and inorganic synthesis, particularly in reactions requiring a source of iodide ions.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in various analytical techniques and laboratory procedures.
• Optical Material Research: Used in the development and study of crystalline materials and scintillators.
• Humidity Indicator: Utilized in certain sensor applications due to its hygroscopic nature.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Iodide Trihydrate
CAS No.	7790-22-9
Molecular Formula	LiI·3H₂O
Molecular Weight	187.89 g/mol (anhydrous basis: 133.85 g/mol)
Synonyms	Lithium iodide trihydrate; Trilithium triiodide trihydrate; Lithium(I) iodide trihydrate; Hydriodic acid lithium salt trihydrate; LiI·3H₂O; Lithium monoiodide trihydrate
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Quality Control

Our Lithium Iodide Trihydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (LiI·3H₂O)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 8.0
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.05 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Water (Karl Fischer)	Theoretical (by formula)

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