General Information
Version
7.1
Revision date
2021-03-20
Product name
LITHIUM CARBONATE
Product Synonyms
Quinolum retard; lithium carbonate extra pure DAB, Ph Eur, USP; Ashland 3514890 120 01S; lithium carbonate, UNILAB; lithium carbonate
Chemical name
lithium carbonate
CAS No.
554-13-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
welding electrodes, nucleonics, luminescent paints and dyes, glass ceramics and in aluminium production. A B.P. grade is used in medicine for the treatment of dementias. [~Intermediate ~]
Emergency telephone
61 (0)418 237 771, +61 1800 951 288, +61 3 9573 3188
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Company Information
company name
ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
shane@alphachem.com.au
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H315, H319, H335, H360Fd, H373, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. [1] Category 1B, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure (Respiratory Tract Irritation) Category 3, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure Category 2, Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment Long-Term Hazard Category 3 Legend 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H360Fd May damage fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P264 Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment.
Response
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider if you feel unwell. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P330 Rinse mouth. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
Storage
P405 Store locked up. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Disposal
P501 Not Applicable Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.
