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Lithium hydride, 97+%
Description
Used for preparation of anhydrous Li salts of carboxylic acids prior to reaction with organothium reagents (most often methyl or phenyl) as a useful route to ketones. Also used in the preparation of LiCN by reaction with acetone cyanohydrins. It is also applied as a desiccating and condensing agent and a shielding material in nuclear energy production. It is used in the manufacture of catalysts for polyolefin plastics; in fuels for aircraft, missiles. It is used in metallurgy, as degasifier, deoxidizer, desulfurizer; as grain refiner in non-ferrous metals. Employed as a chemical intermediate for butyllithium polymerization catalyst; in alloys with aluminum or magnesium for aerospace uses.
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Used for preparation of anhydrous Li salts of carboxylic acids prior to reaction with organothium reagents (most often methyl or phenyl) as a useful route to ketones. Also used in the preparation of LiCN by reaction with acetone cyanohydrins. It is also applied as a desiccating and condensing agent and a shielding material in nuclear energy production. It is used in the manufacture of catalysts for polyolefin plastics; in fuels for aircraft, missiles. It is used in metallurgy, as degasifier, deoxidizer, desulfurizer; as grain refiner in non-ferrous metals. Employed as a chemical intermediate for butyllithium polymerization catalyst; in alloys with aluminum or magnesium for aerospace uses.
Solubility
Reacts violently with water. Soluble in ether, liquid ammonia. Insoluble in benzene, and toluene.
Notes
Air & Moisture Sensitive. Store away from acids, alcohols, oxidizing agents, air, water/moisture. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Store under inert gas.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 688°C |
| Quantity | 50 g |
| Linear Formula | LiH |
| UN Number | UN1414 |
| Merck Index | 14,5533 |
| Solubility Information | Reacts violently with water. Soluble in ether,liquid ammonia. Insoluble in benzene,and toluene. |
| Formula Weight | 7.95 |
| Percent Purity | ≥97% |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Sensitivity | Air and moisture sensitive |
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