Li2CO3
ceramic· Li2CO3
Lithium carbonate (Li₂CO₃) is an inorganic ceramic compound widely used as a raw material and flux in glass and ceramic manufacturing, where it lowers melting temperatures and improves melt fluidity. Beyond traditional ceramics, it serves as a critical precursor in lithium-ion battery production, in pharmaceutical formulations for mood disorders, and as a component in specialty glasses and glazes. Engineers select this material for applications where lithium's low density and thermal properties offer advantages, or where its role as a chemical intermediate in battery electrolytes and lithium compound synthesis is essential.
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Compliance & Regulations
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 11,985.9 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.2700 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 8,686.3 | ksi | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.09090 | lb/in³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.823 | eV | — | ||
Dielectric Constant (Relative Permittivity)(εr) | 3.968 range 2.432–5.504median of 2 measurements | - | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -264.1 | µV/K | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.04880 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf)2 entries | -2.100 | eV/atom | — | ||
| ↳ | -1.980 | eV/atom | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.