Lithium Hexafluorophosphate (LiPF₆)

Lithium Hexafluorophosphate (LiPF₆) is the primary lithium salt used in lithium-ion battery electrolytes. It enables ionic conductivity between electrodes.

Key Details:
• Chemical Formula: LiPF₆
• Appearance: White crystalline or powder
• Purity: ≥99.9% (Battery/Electrolyte Grade)
• Melting Point: 200–205°C (decomposes)
• Solubility: Soluble in carbonate solvents (EC, DMC, DEC)

Applications:
• Main electrolyte salt for all Li-ion batteries
• EV, ESS, power tools & consumer electronics
• High-voltage and long-cycle-life cell designs

Safety Note: Highly moisture-sensitive; reacts with water to release HF. Store under inert atmosphere.

Lithium Fluoride (LiF)

Lithium Fluoride (LiF) is a high-purity inorganic compound used in LiPF₆ synthesis and as an electrolyte additive to improve SEI stability.

Key Details:
• Chemical Formula: LiF
• Appearance: White crystalline powder
• Purity: ≥99.0%
• Melting Point: 845°C
• Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in molten lithium salts

Applications:
• Precursor for LiPF₆ manufacturing
• SEI-forming electrolyte additive
• Optical coatings and specialty ceramics

Safety Note: Avoid inhalation; store in sealed, dry containers.

Lithium Nitrate (LiNO₃)

Lithium Nitrate (LiNO₃) is widely used as an additive in lithium-metal and advanced electrolyte systems to enhance SEI formation and reduce dendrite growth.

Key Details:
• Chemical Formula: LiNO₃
• Appearance: White granular or powder
• Purity: ≥99.0%
• Melting Point: 255°C
• Solubility: Highly soluble in water and alcohol

Applications:
• SEI formation for lithium-metal batteries
• Electrolyte additive in next-generation cells
• Glass, ceramics, and oxidizing agent in synthesis

Safety Note: Strong oxidizer; keep away from organic materials.

Lithium Tetrafluoroborate (LiBF₄) 

Lithium Tetrafluoroborate (LiBF₄) is an alternative lithium salt used in high-temperature and high-voltage electrolyte formulations.

Key Details:
• Chemical Formula: LiBF₄
• Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
• Purity: ≥99%
• Melting Point: 293°C
• Solubility: Soluble in carbonate solvents

Applications:
• High-temperature and high-voltage electrolytes
• Advanced cell R&D
• Specialty electrolyte formulations

Safety Note: Hygroscopic; store in dry, sealed packaging.