LITHIUM NITRATE, REAGENT

Physical hazards

Oxidizing solids Category 3

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Reproductive toxicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation OSHA hazard(s) Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer. Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Keep/Store away from clothing and other combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

IF SWALLOWED Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. Rinse mouth. If eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant. Hazard(s) not otherwise Not classified. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 2