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Lithium nitrate
CAS Number
7790-69-4
EC Number
232-218-9
What is Lithium nitrate?
Lithium nitrate (CAS 7790-69-4) is an inorganic lithium salt used as a stabilizing and preservative agent.
Where is Lithium nitrate used?
- Agriculture: micronutrient source and soil amendment component in specialty fertilizer blends
- Food processing: stabilizer and preservation aid
- Pharmaceuticals: lithium salt delivery in preparations requiring precise ionic dosing
- QA laboratories: analytical and quality control reagents meeting ACS standards
- Its oxidizing character makes it relevant where controlled reactivity and ionic balance are required.
Commercial specifications
- Packaging in small drums or bulk quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
Nitric acid, lithium salt (1:1)|Nitric acid, lithium salt|LiNO3|LITHIUM NITRATE [MI]|68XG6U4533|Lithium nitric acid|Lifetime N|Rasir
What are the physical properties of Lithium nitrate?
Melting Point 120 °C (approx)
Boiling Point 630 °C
Density 2.38 g/cm³ (solid)
Flash Point 600°C
Appearance Lithium nitrate is a colorless deliquescent powder.
Color White
Form Solid
Water Solubility 90 g/L (28 ºC)
Vapor Pressure 0Pa at 25℃
pH 7-9 (50g/l, H2O, 20℃)
How is Lithium nitrate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS03· Oxidizing GHS07· Irritant GHS08· Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary Statements
P203 Obtain, consult and follow expert instructions for use.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Lithium nitrate?
HS Code 28342990
UN Number 2722
ADR Class 5.1
Packing Group III
Storage Class 5.1B - Oxidizing hazardous materials
WGK (Germany) 1