Lithium Hydride /99%--Jiangxi Biochem Co., Ltd.

Product Description

Main Specifications

Product	Lithium Hydride	Date	2024-04-09
Quantity	20mt	Packing	1kg/bag, 50bag/drum
Standard of Test	Enterprise Standard	Batch No.	202404001
Mfg date	2024-04-06	Retest date	2025-04-05
Test Results
Items Tested	Quality Specification	Results
Appearance	White powder	White powder
Active Hydrogen content	99.0% min	99.12%
Conclusion: Conform Enterprise standards

Chemical & Physical Properties

Appearance	White to gray crystalline solid
Melting Point	~688 °C
Boiling Point	Decomposes before boiling
Density	~0.78 g/cm³
Solubility	Insoluble in organic solvents; reacts with water (H₂)
Thermal Stability	Stable under anhydrous, inert conditions
Electrical Conductivity	Ionic conductor at high temperatures

Key Features & Benefits

High Hydrogen Storage Capacity – key for hydrogen‑based energy systems
Strong Reducing Agent – effective for metal reduction and organic synthesis
High Thermal Stability – suitable for high‑temperature industrial applications
Lightweight & High Energy Density – ideal for aerospace and nuclear applications

Industrial & Laboratory Applications

Hydrogen Storage & Fuel Cell

Hydrogen source via water/acid reaction
Solid‑state hydrogen storage research

Nuclear & Aerospace

Neutron moderator in reactors
High‑performance fuel additive

Metallurgy & Chemical Processing

Metal hydride formation
Desulfurization & deoxidation agent

Organic & Industrial Synthesis

Reducing agent for metal oxides
Reduction of organic functional groups

Handling & Safety

⚠️ Highly Reactive & Moisture‑Sensitive!

Water Sensitivity: Violent reaction → LiOH + flammable H₂ gas
Air Sensitivity: Reacts with moisture in air
Handling: Store/handle under anhydrous inert gas (Ar/N₂); avoid water/humid environments; use protective gloves, goggles, flame‑resistant clothing

Storage & Packaging

Storage

Sealed, moisture‑proof containers under inert gas; cool, dry place away from oxidizers/acids

PPE

Chemical‑resistant gloves, safety goggles, flame‑resistant clothing; use fume hood or glovebox

Available Packaging

1kg sealed moisture‑proof cylinder

Application

Lithium Hydride (LiH) is a grayish‑white, crystalline, and highly reactive inorganic compound known for its strong reducing properties and high hydrogen storage capacity. Due to its lightweight and high energy density, LiH is widely used in hydrogen storage applications, nuclear energy systems, metallurgy, and organic synthesis. It readily reacts with water, releasing hydrogen gas, making it a valuable reagent in chemical and industrial processes.