Lithium Stearate

Lithium Greases: The primary thickening agent for multi-purpose automotive and industrial greases, offering high-temperature durability.
Plastic Processing: Acts as a lubricant and stabilizer for nylon and other engineering plastics during high-temperature extrusion.
Powder Metallurgy: Used as a lubricant in the pressing of metal powders to ensure uniform density and easy part release.

Lithium Octadecanoate, Stearic Acid Lithium Salt.

CAS: 4485-12-5
EC: 224-772-5
Sectors: Lubricants & Metalworking, Plastics & Polymers

Lithium Stearate (CAS 4485-12-5) is a metallic soap supplied as a white powder, a lithium salt of stearic acid that is used as the primary thickening agent for multi-purpose automotive and industrial greases and as an internal lubricant and heat stabilizer for nylon and other engineering plastics. Our High-Purity Grade is specifically designed for the manufacture of high-performance lubricating greases.

Unlike other metallic soaps, it maintains its structural integrity at high operating temperatures, preventing the breakdown of lubricants in heavy-duty machinery. It features a fine particle size, allowing for easy dispersion in both mineral and synthetic base oils.

In the polymer industry, it serves as a highly effective internal lubricant and heat stabilizer for specialized plastics. Its unique chemical properties provide a low coefficient of friction, making it indispensable for high-precision manufacturing and automotive components.

Typical Properties

Molecular formula	C₁₈H₃₆O₂.Li
Molecular weight	290.41 g/mol
Appearance	white powder
Form	Powder
Color	White
Melting point	216-217 °C
Density	1.025
Water solubility	Insoluble in water.
HS code	29157090
Grades available	Technical Grade

Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.

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