ICSC 0913 - LITHIUM HYDROXIDE

LITHIUM HYDROXIDE

ICSC: 0913
_{Peer-Review Status: 02.04.2009 Validated}

CAS #: 1310-65-2 RTECS #: OJ6307070
UN #: 2680
EINECS #: 215-183-4

Formula: LiOH
Molecular mass: 23.95

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT!	IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath. Laboured breathing.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain. Serious skin burns. Blisters.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower for at least 15 minutes. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Severe deep burns.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Burning sensation in the throat and chest. Nausea. Vomiting. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered plastic containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. EC Classification UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 8; UN Pack Group: II GHS Classification Signal: Danger Fatal if inhaled Toxic if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
	Separated from food and feedstuffs, strong oxidants and strong acids. Store only in original container. Dry. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS-TO-WHITE HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating above 924°C . This produces toxic fumes. The solution in water is a strong base. It reacts violently with acid and is corrosive to aluminium, tin and zinc. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). Reacts with strong oxidants.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established.
MAK (not established):.

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. Serious local effects by all routes of exposure.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation may cause lung oedema, but only after initial corrosive effects on eyes and/or airways have become manifest.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Decomposes at 924°C Melting point: 450-471°C Density: 2.54 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 12.8 (good) Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: (negligible)	This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to aquatic organisms.

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