Lithium carbonate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2B Reproductive toxicity: Category 1A Reproductive toxicity - effects on or via lactation: Additional category Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(nerve/nervous system) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(nerve/nervous system; kidney)

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute): Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term): Category 2 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes eye irritation May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause harm to breast-fed children Causes damage to organs after single exposure(nerve/nervous system) May cause respiratory irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure(nerve/nervous system; kidney) Toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

Collect spillage. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. 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 eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation.