Compound Q&A
How is Lithium stearate (CAS: 4485-12-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
Lithium stearate is typically synthesized by the reaction of stearic acid with lithium hydroxide in aprotic solvents. The process involves heating the reactants under an inert atmosphere to promote the esterification and subsequent saponification reactions, leading to a high yield of lithium stearate with good selectivity.
About
CAS No
4485-12-5
English Name
Lithium stearate
Molecular Formula
C18H35LiO2
Molecular Weight
290.41 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].[Li+]
InChIKey
HGPXWXLYXNVULB-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
