CompoundList
Sign in
Silicates, borates and other salts

Lithium hydride

Also known as Lithium monohydride, hydridolithium, hydrure de lithium

CAS 7580-67-8Formula HLiMolar mass 7.95 g/molEC 231-484-3
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Flammable, Corrosive, Acute toxicity (severe) 7 suppliers listed
Get quotes Compare 7 suppliers
Lithium hydride chemical structure, HLi, CAS 7580-67-8
2D chemical structure

Key facts

What buyers check first

All properties
Appearance
Gray cubic crystals or powder, hygroscopic
Melting point
688.7 °C
Boiling point
Decomposes
Density
0.78 g/cm³
Solubility
Solubility in water: reaction
HS code
285000
Category
Silicates, borates and other salts
UN number
UN 1414
Illustrative photo, metallic grey powder in a steel drum in a chemical plant
Typical packagingIllustrative packaging image, not the actual product

What is Lithium hydride?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Lithium hydride is an alkali metal hydride where the metal is specified as lithium.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
lithium hydride
CAS number
7580-67-8 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
231-484-3
Molecular formula
HLi
UNII
68KF447EX3
InChIKey
SRTHRWZAMDZJOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/Li.H/q+1;-1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
[H-].[Li+]

Synonyms

  • Lithium monohydride
  • hydridolithium
  • hydrure de lithium
  • Lithium hydride (LiH)
  • [LiH]
  • (LiH)
  • Lithium hydride(lih)
  • Lithium hydride (ACGIH:OSHA)
  • UN1414 UN2805
  • Hydrure de lithium (French)
  • lithium, hydride
  • LIH
  • Lithiumhydride
  • Lithium hydride anion
  • hydride lithium
  • LiH(-)
  • [LiH](-)
  • Lithium hydride (200 mesh powder)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Gray cubic crystals or powder, hygroscopicexp.
Odour
Odorlessexp.
Melting point
688.7 °Cexp.
Boiling point
Decomposesexp.
Density
0.78 g/cm³exp.
Autoignition temperature
200 °Cexp.
Solubility
Solubility in water: reactionexp.
Vapour pressure
Approximately 0 mm Hgexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
7.95 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
8.0238 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-2.88calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
1calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Components
2calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS02: Flammable
Flammable
GHS05: Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS06: Acute toxicity (severe)
Acute toxicity (severe)

Hazard statements

  • H260In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
  • H301Toxic if swallowed.
  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H318Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary statements (22)
  • P223Do not allow contact with water.
  • P231 + P232Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P301 + P330 + P331If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting.
  • P302 + P335 + P334If on skin: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water or wrap in wet bandages.
  • P302 + P361 + P354If on skin: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P317Get medical help.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P370 + P378In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.
  • P402 + P404Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
UN number
UN 1414
Transport hazard class
4.3
Packing group
I

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

Full safety data and first aid

Lithium hydride suppliers

Sponsored listings first, then the documented ranking: membership, verification, replies, completeness, freshness and ratings

All 7 suppliers
7 of 7 offers

Suppliers marked Unclaimed profile have not claimed their profile yet. They are not verified by CompoundList, their offers are price on request and details may have changed, so please confirm them with the supplier. Company representatives can claim a profile with a business email on the company's own website domain. Our team verifies each claim and sends the result by email.

Where suppliers are based

7 suppliers in 1 country

Send one request to many suppliers

Choose up to 10 suppliers or let us match your request. Compare quotes side by side, free.

Choose suppliersPost a request

Lithium hydride price

Indicative price range per kg from live supplier offers

No published prices right now

Suppliers quote this chemical on request. Send one free request and compare quotes side by side.

Get latest price

Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Reducing agent, condensing agent with ketones and acetic esters, desiccant, in hydrogen generators.

Prep of lithium amide & double hydrides, nuclear shielding material, reducing agent, desiccant, source of hydrogen, condensing agent in organic synthesis.

In manufacture of electronic tubes, in ceramics, and in chem synthesis.

Most lithium hydride, which is produced in tonnage quantities, is used as a raw material in the production of lithium aluminum hydride and lithium amide.

Functional uses

  • Catalyst

How it is made

Lithium hydride is manufactured on a large scale by combination of the elements at 700-900 °C.

Prepared by the direct combination of hydrogen and lithium.

Reaction of molten lithium with hydrogen

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Lithium hydride is traded under.

HS 2850.00Indicative HS code

Hydrides, nitrides, azides, silicides and borides, whether or not chemically defined, other than compounds…

World exports in 2024
$648M
−0.5% vs 2023, imports $610M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. United States33.3%
  2. China24.9%
  3. Japan10.9%
Top importers
  1. South Korea17.6%
  2. China15.8%
  3. India * partner reported12.1%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Lithium hydride is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Lithium hydride, based on the data on this page

What is Lithium hydride?

Lithium hydride is an alkali metal hydride where the metal is specified as lithium.

What is the CAS number of Lithium hydride?

The CAS registry number of Lithium hydride is 7580-67-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Lithium hydride?

The molecular formula of Lithium hydride is HLi and its molar mass is 7.95 g/mol.

What is Lithium hydride used for?

Reducing agent, condensing agent with ketones and acetic esters, desiccant, in hydrogen generators. Prep of lithium amide & double hydrides, nuclear shielding material, reducing agent, desiccant, source of hydrogen, condensing agent in organic synthesis.

Is Lithium hydride hazardous?

Lithium hydride carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: in contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously, toxic if swallowed, causes severe skin burns and eye damage. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Lithium hydride?

Lithium hydride is usually classified under HS code 285000 (Hydrides, nitrides, azides, silicides and borides, whether or not chemically defined…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Where can I buy Lithium hydride?

CompoundList lists 7 suppliers of Lithium hydride in China. Send one free request to get and compare quotes. Your contact details stay private until you accept a quote.

What is the price of Lithium hydride?

Suppliers quote Lithium hydride on request because prices depend on grade, purity, quantity and destination. A free request on CompoundList gets you several quotes to compare.

Guides for buyers

Practical guides that help when you source, ship or handle Lithium hydride

Get quotes for Lithium hydride

Post one free request with your grade, quantity and destination. Matching suppliers send quotes you can compare side by side.
Post a request Sell Lithium hydride
Data last updated 7 Oct 2026. Details may have changed, please confirm them with the supplier. Report an error on this page
Embed this structure on your websiteShow code

Paste this code into your page to show the 2D structure of Lithium hydride with a 3D view, its CAS number where known and a link back to this page. Free to use with the link kept.

<iframe src="https://www.compoundlist.com/embed/structure/lithium-hydride-7580-67-8" title="Lithium hydride structure on CompoundList" width="360" height="420" style="border:1px solid #E7E2DA;border-radius:12px;max-width:100%" loading="lazy" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin"></iframe>
Preview the embed

Explore more in Silicates, borates and other salts or HS code 285000

7 suppliers
Free quotes, contact stays private
Get quotes