Description

Lithium Lactate is a high-purity, water-soluble lithium salt of lactic acid, widely recognized for its stability and bioavailability. This compound is essential for applications requiring a consistent and reliable source of lithium ions in specialized formulations. It serves as a critical raw material for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced battery materials industries, where precise chemical composition is paramount for product performance and regulatory compliance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for mood-stabilizing medications and other therapeutic agents.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Serves as a source of bioavailable lithium in mineral supplements targeting neurological and metabolic support.
• Electrolyte Additive for Batteries: Investigated for use in advanced lithium-ion and solid-state battery electrolytes to enhance ionic conductivity and interface stability.
• Biochemical Research & Cell Culture: Employed in laboratory settings as a component of specialized buffers and media for studying cellular processes.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a stabilizing agent and pH adjuster in high-end skincare products.
• Industrial Catalyst & Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a catalyst or reagent in organic synthesis and polymerization processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Lactate
CAS No.	867-55-0
Molecular Formula	C3H5LiO3
Molecular Weight	96.01 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium 2-hydroxypropanoate; 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid lithium salt; Lactic acid lithium salt; Lithium DL-lactate; Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, lithium salt; Litio lactato (Spanish); Lactate de lithium (French)
EINECS	212-752-5

Quality Control

Our Lithium Lactate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and technical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch 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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 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.