Lithium benzoate
Also known as: Benzoic acid lithium salt, Benzoic acid, lithium salt, Benzoic acid, lithium salt (1:1), lithium,benzoate, Lithiumbenzoat, Lithiumbenzoate
Lithium benzoate (CAS 553-54-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5LiO2 and a molecular weight of 128.05 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of >300 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 249.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.19g/cm3 and a flash point of 111.4ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. It is listed by 2 suppliers, 1 of which publish reference prices, from 1.10 to 1.84 CNY. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 553-54-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-12059-7
- Molecular Formula
- C7H5LiO2
- Molecular Weight
- 128.05 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
| Supplier | Purity / Pack | Base Price | Unit Price | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
In Stock | 99% 500g | ¥552.00 | $0.16 /gBest ¥1.10/g CNY | CN China MOQ 500g | |
In Stock | 99% 100g | ¥184.00 | $0.28 /g ¥1.84/g CNY | CN China MOQ 100g | |
Made to Order | - | - | CN China |
Physicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | >300 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 249.3ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.19g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 111.4ºC |
| Exact Mass | 128.044952 |
| PSA | 40.13000 |
| LogP | 0.05010 |
| Additional Property | 33 g/100 mL (25 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Nair B, et al. Final report on the safety assessment of Benzyl Alcohol, Benzoic Acid, and Sodium Benzoate. Int J Toxicol. 2001;20 Suppl 3:23-50. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916310090 |
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| Summary | 2916310090 other benzoic acid and its salts and esters。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。general tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Lithium benzoate?
The CAS number of Lithium benzoate is 553-54-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lithium benzoate?
Lithium benzoate has molecular formula C7H5LiO2 and molecular weight 128.05 g/mol.
Which suppliers offer Lithium benzoate?
2 supplier(s) listed; reference unit price ¥1.10–1.84 /g.
Is Lithium benzoate hazardous?
Lithium benzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Lithium benzoate (CAS 553-54-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-12059-7 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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