**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 60-29-7 |Ethyl ether | 80 | 200-467-2 |
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| 16853-85-3 |Lithium aluminium hydride | 20% | 240-877-9 |
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Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
Hazard Symbols: F+ C
Risk Phrases: 12 14/15 19 22 35 66 67
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Extremely flammable. Reacts violently with water liberating
extremely flammable gases. May form explosive peroxides. Harmful if
swallowed. Causes severe burns. Repeated exposure may cause skin
dryness or cracking. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.Light
sensitive.Moisture sensitive.Heat sensitive.Air
sensitive.Water-reactive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes severe eye burns. When substance becomes wet or comes in
contact with moisture of the mucous membranes, it will cause
irritation.
Skin:
May be absorbed through the skin. If absorbed, causes symptoms
similar to those of inhalation. Repeated or prolonged exposure may
cause drying and cracking of the skin. Causes severe burns.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. May cause
central nervous system depression.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system
effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness
and coma. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. Inhalation
may cause coughing, difficulty breathing and loss of consciousness.
Inhalation of vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated eye contact may cause conjunctivitis.
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause defatting and
dermatitis. May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause lung damage.
Narcotic in high concentrations. Chronic exposure may cause effects
similar to those of acute exposure.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes. If water-reactive products are embedded in the skin, no
water should be applied. The embedded products should be covered
with a light oil.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid immediately. Wash mouth out
with water. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical aid
immediately. If victim is fully conscious, give a cupful of water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use
mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply
artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device
such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively. Persons with skin problems
or liver, kidney, lung, or blood diseases may be at increased risk
from exposure to this substance.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Will burn
if involved in a fire. Water Reactive. Material will react with water
and may release a flammable and/or toxic gas. Extremely flammable
liquid and vapor. May form explosive peroxides. May ignite or explode
on contact with steam or moist air. May re-ignite after fire is
extinguished. Vapors are heavier than air and may travel to a source
of ignition and flash back. Vapors can spread along the ground and
collect in low or confined areas.
Extinguishing Media:
Use approved class D extinguishing agents or smother with dry sand,
clay, or sodium bicarbonate. Do NOT use water, carbon dioxide, or
foam. Contact professional fire-fighters immediately. Smother with
dry sand, dry clay, dry ground limestone (CaCO3), or use approved
Class D extinguishers.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and
ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately,
observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all
sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Isolate area and deny
entry. Provide ventilation. Do not expose spill to water.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Ground and bond containers when transferring
material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Do not
breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on
clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or
vapor), and can be dangerous. Take precautionary measures against
static discharges. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or
inhale. Handle under an inert atmosphere. Do not allow contact with
water. Use only in a chemical fume hood. Discard contaminated shoes.
Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose
empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Keep away from
heat, sparks and flame.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Do
not store in direct sunlight. Keep container closed when not in use.
Store in a tightly closed container. Keep under a nitrogen blanket.
Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Flammables-area. Water
free area. Store under nitrogen. Containers should be dated when
opened and tested periodically for the presence of peroxides. Should
crystals form in a peroxidizable liquid, peroxidation may have
occurred and the product should be considered extremely dangerous.
In this instance, the container should only be opened remotely by
professionals. All peroxidizable substances should be stored away
from heat and light and be protected from ignition sources.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only under a
chemical fume hood.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 60-29-7:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 100 ppm TWA; 310 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 200 ppm STEL; 620 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 400 ppm TWA; 1200 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 100 ppm VLE; 308 mg/m3 VLE
Belgium - STEL: 200 ppm VLE; 616 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 400 ppm VME; 1200 mg/m3 VME
France - VLE: 500 ppm VLE; 1500 mg/m3 VLE
Germany: 400 ppm TWA; 1200 mg/m3 TWA
Japan: 400 ppm OEL; 1200 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 400 ppm TWA; 1210 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 200 ppm STEL; 616 mg/m3 STEL
Netherlands: 100 ppm MAC; 308 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 300 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 100 ppm VLA-ED; 308 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Spain: 200 ppm VLA-EC; 616 mg/m3 VLA-EC
CAS# 16853-85-3:
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Clear liquid
Color: colorless
Odor: ether-like
pH: >7
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: -17 deg C ( 1.40 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: vigorous reaction
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.710
Molecular Formula: AlH4Li
Molecular Weight: 37.95
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable. However, may decompose if exposed to moist air or water.
Combines vigorously or explosively with water. Light sensitive. Under
normal storage conditions, peroxidizable compounds can form and
accumulate peroxides which may explode when subjected to heat or
shock. This material is most hazardous when peroxide levels are
concentrated by distillation or evaporation. THF should never be
distilled to dryness. Heat sensitive
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light, ignition sources, excess heat,
exposure to moist air or water, evaporating to near dryness,
prolonged exposure to air, confined spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidizing agents, acids, alcohols, carbon dioxide, water, halides.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of lithium.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 60-29-7: KI5775000
CAS# 16853-85-3: BD0100000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 60-29-7: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg Moderate; Inhalation,
mouse: LC50 = 31000 ppm/30M; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 1760 mg/kg; Oral,
rat: LD50 = 1215 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = >20 mL/kg.
CAS# 16853-85-3: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 85 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Ethyl ether -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Lithium aluminium hydride -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Fathead Minnow: LC50 = 2160 mg/L; 96 Hr; Flow through bioassay
(pH 7.5)Water flea Daphnia: EC50 =5930 mg/L; 24 HrFish: Pseudomonas
putida:
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: LITHIUM ALUMINUM HYDRIDE, ETHEREAL
(forbidden to ship via passenger air)
Hazard Class: 4.3 (3)
UN Number: 1411
Packing Group: I
IMO
Shipping Name: LITHIUM ALUMINUM HYDRIDE, ETHEREAL
Hazard Class: 4.3 (3)
UN Number: 1411
Packing Group: I
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: LITHIUM ALUMINUM HYDRIDE, ETHEREAL
Hazard Class: 4.3 (3)
UN Number: 1411
Packing group: I
USA RQ: CAS# 60-29-7: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: F+ C
Risk Phrases:
R 12 Extremely flammable.
R 14/15 Reacts violently with water liberating
extremely flammable gases.
R 19 May form explosive peroxides.
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 35 Causes severe burns.
R 66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or
cracking.
R 67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Safety Phrases:
S 6A Keep under nitrogen.
S 7/8 Keep container tightly closed and dry.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static
discharges.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves
and eye/face protection.
S 43B In case of fire, use fire-fighting equipment
on basis of sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate (never
use water).
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 60-29-7: 1
CAS# 16853-85-3: 1
Canada
CAS# 60-29-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 16853-85-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 60-29-7 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 16853-85-3 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 60-29-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 16853-85-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
Text for R-phrases from Section 2
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