13568-45-1

Basic information

• Product Name: LITHIUM TUNGSTATE
• Synonyms: TUNGSTEN OXIDE;(beta-4)-tungstate(wo42-dilithium;LITHIUM TUNGSTATE;LITHIUM TUNGSTEN OXIDE;dilithium wolframate;Lithiumtungstatewhitepowder;Lithiumtungstate,98%;Lithium tungsten oxide, 99% min
• CAS NO: 13568-45-1
• Molecular Formula: Li2O4W
• Molecular Weight: 261.72
• EINECS: 236-978-2
• Product Categories: Catalysis and Inorganic Chemistry;Ceramics;Metal and Ceramic Science;TungstatesChemical Synthesis;Tungsten;metal tungstate
• Mol File: 13568-45-1.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 742°C
• Appearance: white to off-white/Powder
• Density: 3.71 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Water Solubility: Soluble in water.
• CAS DataBase Reference: LITHIUM TUNGSTATE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: LITHIUM TUNGSTATE(13568-45-1)
• EPA Substance Registry System: LITHIUM TUNGSTATE(13568-45-1)

Safety Data

• Safety Statements: 22-24/25
• WGK Germany: 3
• TSCA: Yes
• Hazardous Substances Data: 13568-45-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Lithium tungstate, also known as lithium tungsten oxide, is a chemical compound with the formula Li2WO4. It is a white powder that possesses unique properties, making it suitable for various applications across different industries.

Uses

1. Used in Ceramics Industry:
Lithium tungstate is used as an additive for the preparation of ceramics with ultra-low sintering temperatures. Its addition to ceramic materials allows for the reduction of the sintering temperature, which in turn, saves energy and reduces the risk of material degradation during the sintering process.
2. Used in Chemical Industry:
Lithium tungstate serves as a catalyst for oxidative coupling reactions. Its catalytic properties enable the efficient conversion of reactants to desired products, improving the overall yield and reducing the environmental impact of the process.
3. Used in Mineral Processing:
Lithium tungstate is used in the production of high-density aqueous polytungstate (metatungstate) solutions. These solutions are utilized for the separation of minerals and other solids, such as in the purification of rare earth elements and the beneficiation of various ores.
4. Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
Although not explicitly mentioned in the provided materials, lithium tungstate can also be used in the pharmaceutical industry as a starting material for the synthesis of other tungstate compounds with potential therapeutic applications.

InChI:InChI=1/2Li.4O.W/q2*+1;;;2*-1;/r2Li.O4W/c;;1-5(2,3)4/q2*+1;-2

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In order to enhance the storage performance and electrochemical reversibility of the Ni-rich LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 cathode material at high cut-off voltage (4.6 V), the surface coating layer of lithium tungstate (Li2WO4) is successfully prepared via a one-step synthesis way followed with a high te...detailed