Lithium Nitrate, Crystal, Reagent
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Choose high-quality solutions and chemicals with our Lithium Nitrate, Crystal, Reagent. This reagent-grade lithium salt of nitric acid is an inorganic compound essential for various laboratory applications. With a density greater than water, Lithium Nitrate is primarily produced through the reaction of lithium carbonate with nitric acid, ensuring optimal purity and effectiveness.
This versatile chemical serves multiple roles, including:
- Coloring fireworks and flares with a vibrant red hue.
- Testing bifurcated hydrogen bonds within crystal structures of molecules by binding to trihydrate ions.
- Acting as an effective oxidizing agent in high-demand environments such as submarines and spacecraft, where it absorbs carbon dioxide.
Specifications
| Chemical CAS Number |
7790-69-4 |
| Chemical Formula |
LiNO3 |
| Chemical Formula Weight |
F.W. 68.95 |
| Chemical Specs |
Assay (LiNO3) Min. 99.0%
MAXIMUM LIMITS:
Alkalinity (as Li2CO3) 0.05%
Chloride (Cl) 0.01%
Iron (Fe) 0.005%
Sulfate (SO4) 0.05%
Water 1.0% |
| Chemical Storage Info |
DELIQUESCENT: Keep tightly closed. |
| Chemical DOT Description |
Lithium nitrate |
| Chemical Hazard Class |
5.1 |
| Chemical Packaging Group |
PG III |
| Chemical UPS Limit |
15 kg |
| Additional Shipping Charge |
Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge. |
| Health |
2 |
| Hazard Symbol |
Oxidizer |
| Chemical DOT |
UN2722, Lithium nitrate, 5.1, PG III |
| Chemical Category |
Inorganic Chemicals |
