LITHIUM HYDROXIDE ICSC: 0913 LiOH Molecular mass: 23.95 ICSC #    0913 CAS #     1310-65-2 RTECS # OJ6307070 UN #        2680 Types of Hazard/ Exposure Acute Hazards/ Symptoms Prevention First Aid/ Fire Fighting FIRE Not combustible. In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed. Explosion Exposure PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!  •Inhalation Sore throat. Cough. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath. Laboured breathing. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes). Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection. Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention.  •Skin Redness. Pain. Skin burns. Blisters. Protective gloves. Protective clothing. Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.  •Eyes Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns. Face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.  •Ingestion Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Headache. Nausea. Shock or collapse. Vomiting. Weakness. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give nothing to drink. Refer for medical attention. See Notes. Spillage Disposal Storage Packaging & Labelling Sweep spilled substance into dry containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. (Extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus). Separated from food and feedstuffs, strong oxidants, strong acids. Dry. Well closed. Airtight. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. UN Hazard Class: 8 UN Packing Group: II LITHIUM HYDROXIDE ICSC: 0913 Important Data Physical State; Appearance: COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS. Physical Dangers: Chemical Dangers: The substance decomposes on heating (924°C), producing toxic fumes. The solution in water is a strong base, it reacts violently with acid and is corrosive to aluminium and zinc. Reacts with oxidants. Occupational Exposure Limits: TLV not established. Routes of Exposure: The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. Inhalation Risk: Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of Short-Term Exposure: The substance is corrosive to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation of the substance may cause lung oedema (see Notes). Exposure may result in death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. Effects of Long-Term or Repeated Exposure: Physical Properties Boiling point (decomposes): 924°C Melting point: 450-471°C Density: 1.46 g/cm3 Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: 12.8 Environmental Data This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to water organisms. N O T E S The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate spray, by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered. Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-751 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ICSC: 0913 LITHIUM HYDROXIDE (C) IPCS, CEC, 1994 IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.