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Lithium Hydroxide (CAS 1310-65-2) is critical for the Electric Vehicle (EV) revolution. Unlike Lithium Carbonate, LiOH melts at a lower temperature, making it the preferred precursor for high-nickel cathodes (NMC 811) used in high-range EVs. In the industrial sector, it reacts with fatty acids to form Lithium Stearate, the thickener for high-performance 'All-Purpose' greases.
Listings strictly distinguish between standard Technical Grade (Grease) and ultra-pure Battery Grade (low magnetic impurities).
Cathode material (NMC/NCA)
Lithium grease thickener
CO2 absorbent (Space/Submarine)
Glaze flux
Alkali-silica reaction control
Synthesis reagent
Dye additive
Coolant pH control
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Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Corrosive to respiratory tract. Reacts with aluminum/zinc to release hydrogen.
Demand for EV batteries has skyrocketed, causing a global shortage of Lithium. Processing Spodumene ore into pure LiOH is energy-intensive and complex.
Carbonate is cheaper and used for LFP batteries. Hydroxide (LiOH) is required for high-performance Nickel batteries (NMC) because it reacts better during synthesis.
It makes the grease water-resistant and heat-stable (up to 200°C). 70% of the world's grease is Lithium-based.
Yes! It absorbs CO2 to form Lithium Carbonate. This is used in spacecraft and submarines to keep air breathable.