Lithium nitrate
Also known as Nitric acid, lithium salt, LiNO3, Nitric acid, lithium salt (1:1)
Key facts
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- Physical form
- Crystals
- Melting point
- 253 °C
- Density
- 2.38 @25 °C
- HS code
- 283429
- Category
- Nitrates and nitrites
- UN number
- UN 2722

What is Lithium nitrate?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Lithium nitrate is the inorganic nitrate salt of lithium. It has a role as an oxidising agent. It is a lithium salt and an inorganic nitrate salt.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- lithium nitrate
- CAS number
- 13453-76-4Other or deprecated CAS: 7790-69-4
- EC number
- 232-218-9
- Molecular formula
- LiNO3
- UNII
- 68XG6U4533
- InChIKey
- IIPYXGDZVMZOAP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/Li.NO3/c;2-1(3)4/q+1;-1
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- [Li+].[N+](=O)([O-])[O-]
Synonyms
- Nitric acid, lithium salt
- LiNO3
- Nitric acid, lithium salt (1:1)
- Nitric acid lithium salt (1:1)
- Lithium nitric acid
- Nitric acid lithium salt
- Lithium(1+) ion nitrate
- Nitric acid, lithium salt, trihydrate
- lithium, nitrate
- LiNO3.xH2O
- lithium dinitrate hydrate
- lithium nitrate monohydrate
- lithium(I) nitrate hydrate
- Lithium nitrate [UN2722] [Oxidizer]
- Lithium nitrate anhydrous, 99.98% (metals basis)
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 | Crystalsexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Melting point | 253 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Density | 2.38 @25 °Cexp.Measured value |
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 | 68.95 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 69.0038 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | -3.24calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 66.2 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 3calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 0calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 5calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
| Components | 2calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H272May intensify fire, oxidiser.
- H302Harmful if swallowed.
- H319Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements (12)
- P210Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P220Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.
- 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 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
- P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P330Rinse mouth.
- P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
- P370 + P378In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
- UN number
- UN 2722
- Transport hazard class
- 5.1
- Packing group
- III
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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- India12
- China11
- United States7
- United Kingdom3
- Belgium1
- Switzerland1
- and 8 more countries
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Industrial uses: Intermediate.
Roles
- oxidising agent
Functional uses
- Catalyst
- Chemical reaction regulator
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 nitrate is traded under.
Nitrates, other
- United States7.8%
- Germany6.2%
- Australia4.6%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for Lithium nitrate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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