**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
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| 7789-24-4 |Lithium Fluoride | 100.0 | 232-152-0 |
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Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases: 23/24/25
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed.Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air).
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye
burns.
Skin:
May cause severe irritation and possible burns. May cause severe
skin irritation with possible burns, especially if skin is wet or
moist. Chronic ingestion may cause dizziness, ringing in the ears,
visual disturbances, tremors, and mental confusion. Prolonged
absorption may affect electrolyte balance and impair kidney
function. Dehydration, weight loss, skin effects, and thyroid
disturbances have been reported.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. May cause muscle tremor and impaired motor function. May
cause circulatory system failure. May cause cardiac disturbances. May
cause tremors and convulsions. Inorganic fluorides can be harmful.
Acute exposure to fluorine compounds can lead to digestive tract
burns, and abdominal pain. Exposure to fluoride compounds can result
in systemic toxic effects on the heart, liver, and kidneys. It may
also deplete calcium levels in the body leading to hypocalcemia and
death. Contains fluoride. Fluoride can reduce calcium levels leading
to fatal hypocalcemia.
Inhalation:
May cause severe irritation of the upper respiratory tract with
pain, burns, and inflammation.
Chronic:
Chronic ingestion may cause dizziness, ringing in the ears, visual
disturbances, tremors, and mental confusion. Prolonged absorption may
affect electrolyte balance and impair kidney function. Dehydration,
weight loss, skin effects, and thyroid disturbances have been
reported.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and
drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation.
Notes to Physician:
**** 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.
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose
upon heating to produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or
alcohol-resistant foam. Use extinguishing media most appropriate for
the surrounding fire.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways.
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for
disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Use with
adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
**** 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 adequate general or
local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 7789-24-4:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as fluorides, inorganic): 2.5
mg/m3 TWA (as F)
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as fluorides, inorganic): 6.2
mg/m3 STEL (as F)
United States OSHA: 2.5 mg/m3 TWA (as F) (listed under
Fluorides).2.5 mg/m3 TWA (as F) (listed under Fluorides).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as fluorides, inorganic): 2.5 mg/m3 VLE (a
France - VME: (listed as fluorides): 2.5 mg/m3 VME (as F)
Germany: (listed as fluorides): 2.5 mg/m3 VME (as F)
Malaysia: (listed as fluorides): 2.5 mg/m3 TWA (as F)
Netherlands: (listed as fluorides): 3.5 mg/m3 STEL (as F)
Russia: 1 mg/m3 TWA
Russia: 0.2 mg/m3 STEL
Spain: (listed as fluorides, inorganic): 2.5 mg/m3 VLA-ED (except
uranium hexafluoride, as F)
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
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: Solid
Color: colorless or white
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg @1917F
Viscosity: Not applicable.
Boiling Point: 3038-3058F
Freezing/Melting Point: 1538-1558F
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Slightly soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 2.635
Molecular Formula: LiF
Molecular Weight: 25.9394
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, dust generation, moisture, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong acids, and strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen fluoride gas, hydrogen bromide, oxides of lithium.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 7789-24-4: OJ6125000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7789-24-4: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 119 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 143
mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Lithium Fluoride -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases:
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin
and if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 1/2 Keep locked up and out of reach of children.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7789-24-4: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 7789-24-4 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7789-24-4 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7789-24-4 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 12/12/1997 Revision #3 Date: 3/18/2003
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