Methyllithium, 2.2M (6wt%) in diethyl ether with lithiumbromide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H224, H250, H260, H302, H314, H317, H336

Code

Statements

H224

Extremely flammable liquid and vapour

H250

Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air

H260

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously

H302

Harmful if swallowed

H314

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

H336

May cause drowsiness or dizziness

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand

Physical hazards

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

Health hazards

Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3

Environmental hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H224 - Extremely flammable liquid and vapor H250 - Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air H260 - In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously H302 - Harmful if swallowed H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Prevention

P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P222 - Do not allow contact with air P223 - Do not allow contact with water P231 + P232 - Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture P233 - Keep container tightly closed P240 - Ground and bond container and receiving equipment P242 - Use non-sparking tools P243 - Take action to prevent static discharges P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

P302 + P334 - IF ON SKIN: Immerse in cool water or wrap in wet bandages 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 P330 - Rinse mouth P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

P402 + P404 - Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container P422 - Store contents under inert gas

Disposal

P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates Reacts violently with water May form explosive peroxides Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking