Lithium Hydride CAS 7580-67-8

What is Lithium Hydride CAS 7580-67-8?

Lithium hydride CAS 7580-67-8 is a highly reactive inorganic hydride characterized by lithium cations and hydride anions. It serves as a powerful reducing agent in organic and inorganic reactions and as a hydrogen source in specialized applications. The solid reacts exothermically with water, releasing hydrogen gas.

Specification

Feature

• Strong Reducing Agent – Lithium hydride CAS 7580-67-8 is widely used in reduction reactions where conventional reducing agents are inadequate.
• Hydrogen Source – Reacts with water to liberate hydrogen gas, useful in specific gas generation and storage studies.
• Powdered Inorganic Solid – Easy to handle in dry, inert atmospheres for precise reactivity control.
• High Thermal Stability – Remains solid up to elevated temperatures before melting, offering stability in high-temperature processes.

Application

• Organic & Inorganic Synthesis – Used as a reducing agent and condensation reagent in organic chemistry and inorganic compound preparation.
• Hydride Reagent Production – Serves as a precursor in synthesizing complex hydrides such as lithium aluminum hydride.
• Hydrogen Generation Studies – Applied in hydrogen generation and storage research due to its high hydrogen content.
• Advanced Materials & Nuclear Uses – Explored for use in neutron shielding materials and thermal energy storage in aerospace applications.

Packaging

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