Lithium 2,4-pentanedionate

Product Introduction

Lithium 2,4-pentanedionate is a lithium organic coordination compound, usually formed by lithium ions and acetylacetonate ligands. Due to its unique chemical properties, lithium acetylacetonate has specific applications in materials science, catalysis and organic synthesis.

Product name	Lithium 2,4-pentanedionate	Appearance	White powder
CAS No.	18115-70-3	Melting point	250°C
Molecular Formula	C5H7LiO2	Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents
Molecular Weight	106.05	Storage	Inert atmosphere,Room Temperature

Lithium 2,4-pentanedionate

Properties And Uses

Properties：

1. Physical properties: The compound has good solubility, especially in polar organic solvents such as ethanol, acetonitrile and tetrahydrofuran.
2. Stability: It is relatively stable under dry conditions, but may decompose or hydrolyze in high temperature or humid environments, especially in the presence of water, and is prone to react with water.

Uses：

1. It can be used as a precursor for lithium-based materials, especially in the preparation of lithium-doped metal oxides or other lithium-based alloys, and is widely used in lithium-ion batteries, optical materials and electronic devices.
2. It is used as a catalyst in some organic chemical reactions, especially under the condition that weak alkalinity is required in the reaction, its catalytic activity is excellent.
3. It is often used as a model compound in the study of lithium chemistry and coordination chemistry to study the interaction and behavior of lithium ions and organic ligands.

Lithium 2,4-pentanedionate 18115-70-3

Precautions

1. It is irritating and corrosive, and appropriate protective equipment such as gloves, goggles and lab coats should be worn when operating.
2. It needs to be operated under well-ventilated conditions to prevent inhalation of harmful gases or vapors.
3. When storing, it should be stored in a closed container away from fire and oxidants.