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Lithium Stearate

Lithium Stearate

CAS Number: 4485-12-5

Molecular Formula: C18H35LiO2

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About Lithium Stearate

Lithium Stearate represents the lithium salt derivative of stearic acid, presented in the form of a fine, white powder. The lithium(1+) octadecanoate holds considerable importance due to its function as a thickening and stabilizing agent in lubricating greases, wherein it distinctly contributes to exceptional performan...

Lithium Stearate Specifications

CAS Number
4485-12-5
Molecular Formula
C18H35LiO2
Molecular Weight
290.4 g/mol
IUPAC Name
lithium octadecanoate
Canonical SMILES
[Li+].CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)[O-]
InChI Key
HGPXWXLYXNVULB-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
1S/C18H36O2.Li/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18(19)20;/h2-17H2,1H3,(H,19,20);/q;+1/p-1
PubChem CID
517357
EINECS Number
224-772-5
MDL Number
MFCD00042032
UNSPSC Code
12352200
HSN No
29157090
Molecular Weight
290.4 g/mol
Appearance
White to off-white fine powder
Odor
Slight fatty
Melting Point
~220–230 °C
Density
~1.01 g/cm³
Solubility
Dispersible in oils & hydrocarbons
Special Property
Superior grease thickening & high-temp resistance
GHS Hazard Statements
Not classified and not meeting GHS hazard criteria

Lubricating Greases

Mmechanical stability, water resistance, & peak temperature performance - essential for automotive, aerospace, industrial lubrication

Plastics & Rubber

Reduces mold sticking Improves release during molding Enhances surface finish Lowers friction in polymer processing

Coatings, Waxes & Polishes

Improves hydrophobicity, provides slip and gloss, and stabilises formulations against separation

Industrial Surface Treatments

Hydrophobic nature enhances water repellency and durability in surface protection applications

Temperature

15–30 °C

Environment

Cool, dry, sealed storage; protect from moisture

Protection

Store in original packaging to maintain free-flowing properties

Packaging Options

25 kg bags, drums, or bulk containers

Shelf Life

24 months in controlled conditions

Lithium Stearate FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (pilot) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks ex-works

Incoterms

FOB · CIF

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

Regional Availability

India · EU · Middle East · Southeast Asia

Documentation

SDS · COA · TDS available on request

Compliance & Quality

REACH registered*

GHS/SDS available

ISO 9001:2015 site*

RoHS compliant*

Global sourcing network

Consistent quality & reliability

End-to-end technical support

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