Lithium Hydroxide Anhydrous

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 3] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 3] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 1A] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 1B]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to: Respiratory System

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Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust, fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. If exposed: Call a poison center or doctor.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations (e.g. US 40 CFR Part 261, EU 91/156/EEC, JP Waste Disposal and Cleaning Act, etc.).

2.3 Other hazards

None. [HNOC]