Lithium oxalate

Lithium oxalate

Dilithium oxalate; Oxalic acid dilithium salt; Ethanedioic acid dilithium salt

CAS 553-91-3

Chemical Formula C₂Li₂O₄

Molecular Weight 101.91 g/mol

Lithium oxalate (Li₂C₂O₄) is a chemical compound consisting of lithium cations and oxalate anions. It's a white crystalline solid that's soluble in water but not in ethanol or ether. It finds applications as a raw material in lithium-ion batteries and as an analytical reagent. It's also used as a reducing agent and in the synthesis of various chemicals. 

Industrial Uses

1. Energy

  • Electrolyte additive: Lithium oxalate (Li₂C₂O₄) is primarily used in energy storage systems as an electrode additive in lithium-ion batteries, particularly in anode-free lithium metal batteries (AFLMBs), to improve their lifespan and performance. It acts as a lithium reservoir, mitigating capacity decay and enhancing Coulombic efficiency.

2. Performance Chemicals

  • Battery Technology: Lithium oxalate is a key component in lithium-ion batteries, enhancing their energy density and stability. It helps stabilize lithium ions, making it crucial for advanced battery technology. 
  • Precursor: It's used as a precursor to produce other lithium-containing compounds used in various industrial applications, including pharmaceuticals and materials science.

Specifications

Assay 99%
Appearance White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor Odorless
Boiling Point Not applicable (decomposes)
Melting Point 475°C
Density 2.02 g/cm3
Solubility Slightly soluble in water; soluble in acids
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point Not flammable

Hazard Symbols

Acute Toxicity
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

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