Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
General Information
Version
8.7
Revision date
2024-07-02
Product name
Lithium (granular) (protective medium: argon) for synthesis
CAS No.
7439-93-2
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Chemical for synthesis
Emergency telephone
+65 6890 6633, +65 6890 6639, +65 3158 1349
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Pte Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
TechnicalService@merckgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H260, H314, H318
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H260
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Substances and mixtures which in contact with water emit flammable gases (Category 1), H260 Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 1), H314 Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 1), H318 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Prevention
P231 + P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302 + P335 + P334 IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. P310 Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
Other hazards
Reacts violently with water
