MSDS Identification:

• Key:  12905
• Name:   Lithium Fluoride

Catalog Numbers:  
L124 500, L124-500, L124500
Synonyms:  

• None known.

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Hazard Symbols:   T
Risk Phrases:   23/24/25

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Appearance:   colorless or white solid. Warning! Causes respiratory tract irritation. Hygroscopic. May be harmful if swallowed. Causes digestive tract irritation. May cause kidney damage. May cause central nervous system effects. May cause cardiac disturbances. May cause severe eye irritation and possible injury. May cause severe skin irritation and possible burns. May cause skeletal abnormalities.

Target Organs:   Kidneys, central nervous system, cardiovascular system, skeletal structures.
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.

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 soap and 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 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:   Treat symptomatically and

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.

Autoignition Temperature:   Not applicable.

Flash Point:   Not applicable.

Explosion Limits, lower:   Not available.

Explosion Limits, upper:   Not available.

NFPA Rating:   (estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0

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.

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.

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

OSHA Vacated PELs:  

Lithium Fluoride:   2.5 mg/m3 TWA (listed under ** no name **)
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. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Physical State:   Solid

Color:   colorless or white

Odor:   none reported

pH:   Not available.

Vapor Pressure:   1 mm Hg @1917F

Vapor Density:   Not available.

Evaporation Rate:   Not available.

Viscosity:   Not applicable.

Boiling Point:   3038-3058F

Freezing/Melting Point:   1538-1558F

Decomposition Temperature:   Not available.

Solubility in water:   Slightly soluble in water.

Specific Gravity/Density:   2.635

Molecular Formula:   LiF

Molecular Weight:   25.9394

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, hydrogen bromide, oxides of lithium.

Hazardous Polymerization:   Has not been reported.

RTECS#:

• CAS# 7789-24-4: OJ6125000

LD50/LC50:

• CAS# 7789-24-4: Oral, rat: LD50 = 143 mg/kg.

Carcinogenicity:
Lithium Fluoride -

• ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen (as F) (listed IARC: Group 3 carcinogen (listed as ** undefined **).

Epidemiology:
No information found.
Teratogenicity:
No information found.
Reproductive Effects:
No information found.
Neurotoxicity:
No information found.
Mutagenicity:
No information found.
Other Studies:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

RCRA P-Series:   None listed.

RCRA U-Series:   None listed.

US DOT

• Shipping Name: TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.
• Hazard Class: 6.1
• UN Number: UN3288
• Packing Group: III

Canadian TDG

• Shipping Name: TOXIC SOLID INORGANIC NOS (LITHIUM FLUORIDE)
• Hazard Class: 6.1
• UN Number: UN3288

TSCA

• CAS# 7789-24-4 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

Health & Safety Reporting List

• None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.

Chemical Test Rules

• None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.

Section 12b

• None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.

TSCA Significant New Use Rule

• None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.

SARA
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs

• None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.

SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances

• None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.

SARA Codes

• CAS # 7789-24-4: chronic.

Section 313

• No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.

Clean Air Act:

• This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
• This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
• This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.

Clean Water Act:

• None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
• None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
• None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.

OSHA:

• None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.

Lithium Fluoride can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, (listed as ** no name **), California, (listed as ** no name **), Pennsylvania, (listed as ** no name **), Minnesota, (listed as ** no name **), Minnesota, (listed as ** no name **).

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

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.
• S 44 If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

• CAS# 7789-24-4: No information available.

United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

• CAS# 7789-24-4: OES-United Kingdom, TWA (listed as ** undefined **): 2.5 mg/m3 TWA (inorganic, as F)

United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits

Canada

• CAS# 7789-24-4 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
• This product has a WHMIS classification of D1B, D2B.
• CAS# 7789-24-4 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.

Exposure Limits

• CAS# 7789-24-4: OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3;STEL 5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-DENMARK:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-FINLAND:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-FRANCE:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-GERMANY:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3;STEL 2 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-POLAND:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 0.2 ppm (1 mg/m3)
• OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 2 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 1.8 ppm (1.5 mg(F)/m3);STEL 9.0 ppm
• OEL-THAILAND:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-TURKEY:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
• OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3 OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV

MSDS Creation Date:   12/12/1997,   Revision #3 Date:  3/18/2003

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