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Lithium hydroxystearate

Also known as Lithium 12-hydroxystearate, lithium 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate, 12-hydroxystearic acid lithium salt

CAS 7620-77-1Formula C18H35LiO3Molar mass 306.42 g/molEC 231-536-5
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Lithium hydroxystearate chemical structure, C18H35LiO3, CAS 7620-77-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
7620-77-1
Formula
C18H35LiO3
Molar mass
306.42 g/mol
Physical form
Liquid
HS code
291819
Category
Soaps and metal soaps
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What is Lithium hydroxystearate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Lithium hydroxystearate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C18H35LiO3 and a molar mass of 306.42 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 7620-77-1. The IUPAC name is lithium 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
lithium 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate
CAS number
7620-77-1 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 1333-61-5
EC number
231-536-5
Molecular formula
C18H35LiO3
UNII
AO71K6FGH8
MDL number
MFCD00067252
InChIKey
FPLIHVCWSXLMPX-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H36O3.Li/c1-2-3-4-11-14-17(19)15-12-9-7-5-6-8-10-13-16-18(20)21;/h17,19H,2-16H2,1H3,(H,20,21);/q;+1/p-1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
[Li+].CCCCCCC(CCCCCCCCCCC(=O)[O-])O

Synonyms

  • Lithium 12-hydroxystearate
  • lithium 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate
  • 12-hydroxystearic acid lithium salt
  • Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, monolithium salt
  • Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, lithium salt (1:1)
  • Lithium 12-hydroxy stearate
  • Octadecanoic acid, 12hydroxy, monolithium salt
  • Octadecanoic acid, 12hydroxy, lithium salt (1:1)
  • lithium, 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate
  • lithium,12-hydroxyoctadecanoate
  • C18H35LiO3

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

Physical form
Liquidexp.

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
306.42 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
306.2746 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.97calc.
Topological polar surface area
60.36 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
16calc.
Heavy atoms
22calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.94calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Components
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Industrial uses: Lubricating agent, Thickening agent.

Consumer uses: Lubricating agent, Thickening agent.

Industries and functions

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 hydroxystearate is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Lithium hydroxystearate?

Lithium hydroxystearate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C18H35LiO3 and a molar mass of 306.42 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 7620-77-1. The IUPAC name is lithium 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate.

What is the CAS number of Lithium hydroxystearate?

The CAS registry number of Lithium hydroxystearate is 7620-77-1. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 1333-61-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Lithium hydroxystearate?

The molecular formula of Lithium hydroxystearate is C18H35LiO3 and its molar mass is 306.42 g/mol.

What is Lithium hydroxystearate used for?

Industrial uses: Lubricating agent, Thickening agent. Consumer uses: Lubricating agent, Thickening agent.

Is Lithium hydroxystearate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Lithium hydroxystearate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Lithium hydroxystearate?

Lithium hydroxystearate is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Where can I buy Lithium hydroxystearate?

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What is the price of Lithium hydroxystearate?

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