SECTION 1
PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION
PRODUCT NAME:
Lithium Carbonate
PRODUCT NUMBER:
2315
CAS NUMBER:
554-13-2
SYNONYMS:
Dilithium carbonate, carbonic acid, dilithium salt
MANUFACTURER:
Prochem, Inc.
826 Roosevelt Road
Rockford, IL 61109
PHONE:
FAX:
TOLL FREE:
815-398-1788
815-398-1810
800-795-8788
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SECTION 2
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CLASSIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE
Pictogram
Warning
Signal Word
Hazard Statements
H302
H319
Harmful if swallowed
Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary Phrases
P264
P270
P280
P301 + P312
P304 + P340
P305 + P351 + P338
Wash skin thoroughly after handling
Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product
Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
HMIS CLASSIFICATION: Health: 2 Flammability: 0 NFPA RATING: Health: 2 Fire: 0 LITHIUM CARBONATE Reactivity: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0 PAGE 1 SECTION 3
COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Formula: Li2CO3
Molecular Weight: 73.89
CHEMICAL NAME
CAS#
%
Lithium carbonate
554-13-2
100
SECTION 4
FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE EXPOSURE: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
SKIN EXPOSURE: Wash affected area with soap and copious amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothes if
necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists.
INHALATION: Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases give oxygen and seek immediately medical assistance.
INGESTION: Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow victim to rinse mouth out with water provided victim is conscious. Seek immediate
medical attention.
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FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: Not applicable
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable
EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder, or water spray. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved
positive self-contained breathing apparatus.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Ignites and burns fiercely when in contact with fluorine.
If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and lithium oxide.
SECTION 6
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear protective equipment and ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid raising dust.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Do not let enter drains. Do not allow to be released into environment.
METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Sweep up avoiding raising dust and place in a well-marked
container for proper disposal.
SECTION 7
HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes. Wear suitable protective
clothing. Wear suitable respiratory equipment.
CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above 25° C.
SECTION 8
EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE PROTECTION: Always wear approved safety glasses with side shields, or safety goggles, face shield when
handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
SKIN PROTECTION: Chemical resistant gloves.
VENTILATION: Handle in an efficient chemical fume hood.
RESPIRATOR: Approved NIOSH type P95 or type P1 particle respirator. For higher levels of protection, use type OV/AG/P99
respirator cartridges.
ADDITIONAL PROTECTION: Protection to avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Safety shower and eyewash in area. Use in a
controlled environment. Do not drink, eat, or smoke in area.
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
COLOR AND FORM: White solid
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 73.89
BOILING POINT: 1310° C
LITHIUM CARBONATE PAGE 2 SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES (Cont.)
MELTING POINT: 723° C
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 2.11 gm/ml
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not applicable
SOLUBILITY: Soluble
SECTION 10
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Not available
SECTION 10
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY (Cont.)
INCOMPATIBILITY: Reactive with oxidizing agents and acids.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon dioxide, metal oxide fume, carbon monoxide, and lithium oxide.
SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL DATA
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a confirmed
carcinogen.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
To the best of our knowledge the toxicological effects of this compound have not been fully investigated.
SECTION 12
ECOLOGICAL DATA
Do not allow material to be released into the environment
SECTION 13
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in according to local state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14
TRANSPORTATION DATA
Non-hazardous material
SECTION 15
REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA 313 COMPONENTS: Lithium carbonate
SARA 311/312 HAZARDS: Acute health hazard
MASSACHUSETTS RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Lithium carbonate
PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Lithium carbonate
NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Lithium carbonate
CALIFORNIA PROP. 65 COMPONENTS: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Lithium carbonate
LITHIUM CARBONATE PAGE 3 SECTION 16
OTHER INFORMATION
DISCLAIMER: The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Prochem, Inc.
makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information in this document or any use of the
product based on the information.
DATE PREPARED: 02/14
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