General Information
Version
6.11
Revision date
2026-07-10
Product name
Lithium nitrate
CAS No.
7790-69-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, +1-703- 527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272, H302, H319
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat. P220 Keep/ Store away from clothing/ combustible materials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. 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. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Oxidizing solids : Category 3 Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Eye irritation : Category 2A Other hazards
