LITHIUM METAL

Hazard statements (CLP)

H260, H314

Code

Statements

H260

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard pictograms

GHS02 / GHS05 Target organs None known

Precautionary statements

P223: Do not allow contact with water. P231+P232: Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P260: Do not breathe dust or vapours. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Water reactivity (Category 1) P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for Skin corrosivity (Category 1B) breathing. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for 15 minutes. Remove

Hazard statements

H260 In contact with water releases fl ammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370+P378 In case of fi re Use soda ash, lime or sand to extinguish

Supplemental label elements

EUH014 Reacts violently with water P402+P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P405: Store locked up. P501: Dispose of contents/container to a licensed chemical disposal agency in accordance with local/regional/national regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Health hazards not otherwise classifi ed (HHNOC) - Reacts violently with water Physical hazards not otherwise classifi ed (PHNOC) - Not Known