What organic solvent could I use to wash oil from Lithium without effecting the Lithium?

Question

I am looking to rid a small amount of Lithium from the oil in which it is stored. I know that I require an organic solvent that is not water based, as it will react with the lithium. Any feedback would be great

Answer 1

What you want is loosely called hexane. Actually, it would be petroleum ether or ligroin, which are fractions of petroleum distillates that boil about 70-90C. These things have brand names. Be careful, because these solvents evaporate fast, leaving the lithium open to oxidation.

Answer 2

Diethyl ether