General Information
Revision date
2017-06-27
Product name
LITHIUM NITRATE
Product Synonyms
LiNO3; Li-N-O3; nitric acid, lithium salt; lithium nitrate monohydrate; dihydrate - CAS RN
Chemical name
lithium nitrate
CAS No.
66582-90-9;
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Used in ceramics, pyrotechnics, salt baths, heat-exchange media, refrigeration systems, rocket propellant
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ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD
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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)
H272, H302, H315, H319, H335, H402
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. ChemWatch Hazard Ratings Min Max Flammability 0 Toxicity 2 0 = Minimum Body Contact 2 1 = Low Reactivity 2 2 = Moderate 3 = High Chronic 0 4 = Extreme Poisons Schedule Not Applicable Oxidizing Solids Category 3, Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2, Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category [1] 2A, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure (Respiratory Tract Irritation) Category 3, Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment Acute
Hazard categories
3 Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from Regulation (EU) No 1272/2008 - Annex VI
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H402 Harmful to aquatic life.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes. 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. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
Response
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water jets to extinguish. 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 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.
