Lithium hydride

Hazard statements (CLP)

H260, H303, H314, H330, H412, H423

Code

Statements

H260

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously

H303

May be harmful if swallowed

H314

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

H330

Fatal if inhaled

H412

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand 4.3A - Solids that emit flammable gas when in contact with water: high hazard 6.1A - Substances that are acutely toxic (Inhalation) 6.1C - Substances that are acutely toxic (Dermal) 6.1E - Substances that are acutely toxic (Oral) 6.9A - Substances that are toxic to human target organs or systems 6.9B - Substances that are harmful to human target organs or systems 8.2B - Substances that are corrosive to dermal tissue 8.3A - Substances that are corrosive to ocular tissue 9.1C - Substances that are harmful in the aquatic environment 9.2C - Substances that are harmful the soil environment Classified as hazardous according to criteria of EPA New Zealand HSNO Approval Number HSR001280

Physical hazards

Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases Category 1

Health hazards

Acute Oral Toxicity Category 5 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1

Environmental hazards

Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H260 - In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously H303 - May be harmful if swallowed H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H330 - Fatal if inhaled H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects H423 - Harmful to the soil environment

Precautionary statements

P223 - Do not allow contact with water P231 + P232 - Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection 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 or shower P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use limestone powder, sodium chloride or dry sand to extinguish P402 + P404 - Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container P405 - Store locked up P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

Toxicity to Soil Dwelling Organisms Reacts violently with water