Lithium 12-hydroxystearate

Lithium 12-hydroxystearate is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is C₁₈H₃₅LiO₃. It is classified as a lithium soap. In chemistry, "soap" refers to salts of fatty acids. Lithium 12-hydroxystearate is a white solid.

Uses

Most greases used today in vehicles, aircraft, and heavy machines contain lithium stearates, mainly lithium 12-hydroxystearate.^[1]

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