**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****
MSDS Name: Lithium, Wire, 99+%, Diameter 3.2mm
Catalog Numbers:
AC205600000, AC205600050, AC205600250, AC205601000
Synonyms:
Lithium Element; Lithium Metal.
Company Identification (Europe): Acros Organics BVBA
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a
2440 Geel, Belgium
Company Identification (USA): Acros Organics
One Reagent Lane
Fairlawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For information in Europe, call: 0032(0) 14575211
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
For emergencies in Europe, call: 0032(0) 14575299
**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 7439-93-2 |Lithium | >99 | 231-102-5 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: F C
Risk Phrases: 14/15 34
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Reacts violently with water liberating highly flammable gases.
Causes burns.Corrosive.Light sensitive.Moisture sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns. May cause lacrimation (tearing), blurred vision,
and photophobia. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal
damage.
Skin:
Causes skin burns. May cause skin rash (in milder cases), and cold
and clammy skin with cyanosis or pale color.
Ingestion:
May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. Causes
gastrointestinal tract burns. May cause perforation of the digestive
tract. May cause kidney failure. May cause systemic effects.
Inhalation:
Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. May cause effects
similar to those described for ingestion. Aspiration may lead to
pulmonary edema. May cause systemic effects. Olfactory fatigue may
occur.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated inhalation may cause lung damage and/or
central nervous system disturbances. May cause kidney injury.
Effects may be delayed.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes
closed. Extensive irrigation with water is required (at least 30
minutes).
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated
shoes.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air
immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration
using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a
mask.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Reacts violently with water giving off flammable
gas which may explode. Combustion generates toxic fumes. During a
fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal
decomposition or combustion. Dust can be an explosion hazard when
exposed to heat or flame. Flammable solid. May burn rapidly with
flare burning effect. May re-ignite after fire is extinguished.
Extinguishing Media:
If water is the only media available, use in flooding amounts. Do
NOT use halogenated agents. Use dry sand, Met-L-X powder, or G-1
graphite powder. Do NOT use water, carbon dioxide, or foam. Do NOT
get water inside containers. Contact professional fire-fighters
immediately. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until
well after fire is out.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to
waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the
Protective Equipment section. Scoop up with a nonsparking tool, then
place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty
conditions. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. Do
not get water inside containers.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Use with
adequate ventilation. Do not allow water to get into the container
because of violent reaction. Minimize dust generation and
accumulation. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get
in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Empty containers retain product
residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container
tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Do not
get on skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Store protected
from light. Do not allow contact with water. Discard contaminated
shoes. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or
expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Keep from
contact with moist air and steam.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed
container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances. Store protected from moisture. Store
protected from light.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
local explosion-proof ventilation to keep airborne levels to
acceptable levels.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR :1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant a respirator's use.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Solid
Appearance: silver white
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg @ 1333 deg F
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 2403 deg F
Freezing/Melting Point: 357 deg F
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 354 deg F ( 178.89 deg C)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility: Decomposes in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.534 (water=1)
Molecular Formula: Li
Molecular Weight: 6.941
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions. May decompose on exposure to moist air or
water.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, incompatible materials, light, ignition sources,
dust generation, moisture, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, moisture.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of lithium.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 7439-93-2: OJ5540000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Lithium -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Epidemiology:
No information found.
Teratogenicity:
No information found.
Reproductive Effects:
No information found.
Neurotoxicity:
No information found.
Mutagenicity:
No information found.
Other Studies:
No data available.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
US DOT
Shipping Name: LITHIUM
Hazard Class: 4.3
UN Number: UN1415
Packing Group: I
Canadian TDG
Shipping Name: LITHIUM
Hazard Class: 4.3
UN Number: UN1415
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7439-93-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous
Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority
Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants
under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous
by OSHA.
STATE
Lithium can be found on the following state right to know lists: New
Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts.
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: F C
Risk Phrases:
R 14/15 Reacts violently with water liberating
highly flammable gases.
R 34 Causes burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 8 Keep container dry.
S 43 In case of fire, use ... (indicate in the space
the precise type of fire-fighting equipment. If water
increases the risk, add - never use water).
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7439-93-2: 2
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
Canada
CAS# 7439-93-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7439-93-2 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997 Revision #3 Date: 8/02/2000
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be
liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost
profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of
the possibility of such damages.
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