| Formula / Notation | Li2CO3 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 554-13-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 73.9 |
| Melting Point | 180.5 |
| Boiling Point | 1336 |
| Density | 2.11 g/cu cm |
| Solubility | 100mM |
| Appearance | Lithium carbonate appears as a white powder. Strong irritant when dissolved in water. |
| Also Known As | dilithium;carbonate; 554-13-2; Dilithium carbonate; Lithobid; Lithane; Carbonic acid, dilithium salt; Eskalith; Lithotabs; Carbonic acid lithium salt; Camcolit |
| Category | Salts |
What is Lithium carbonate?
Lithium Carbonate can cause developmental toxicity according to state or federal government labeling requirements.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: dilithium;carbonate
Other Names / Synonyms: dilithium;carbonate; 554-13-2; Dilithium carbonate; Lithobid; Lithane; Carbonic acid, dilithium salt; Eskalith; Lithotabs; Carbonic acid lithium salt; Camcolit
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 180.5 |
| Boiling Point | 1336 |
| Density | 2.11 g/cu cm |
| Molecular Weight | 73.9 |
| Solubility | 100mM |
| Appearance | Lithium carbonate appears as a white powder. Strong irritant when dissolved in water. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Lithium Carbonate can cause developmental toxicity according to state or federal government labeling requirements.
Used in food preservation, water treatment, chemical synthesis, fertilizers, and pharmaceutical applications.
Irritant or toxic depending on specific salt. Some salts are oxidising agents or toxic to aquatic environments. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Lithium carbonate is: Li2CO3