Lithium Hydride

• CAT Number: R034455
• CAS Number: 7580-67-8
• Molecular Formula: LiH
• Molecular Weight: 7.948
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Lithium Monohydride
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: lithium;hydride
• InChI: InChI=1S/Li.H/q+1;-1
• InChIKey: SRTHRWZAMDZJOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: [H-].[Li+]

Lithium hydride is a chemical compound consisting of lithium and hydrogen. It is a powerful reducing agent and is used in organic synthesis, hydrogen storage, and nuclear technology. Its high reactivity with water and ability to produce hydrogen gas upon reaction make it valuable in various industrial applications, including as a precursor in the production of lithium aluminum hydride.