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    This document summarizes the safety data sheet for lithium carbonate. Section 1 identifies the product as lithium carbonate and lists the supplier's contact information. Section 2 indicates that lithium carbonate is harmful if swallowed or causes eye irritation. Section 3 provides the chemical name, CAS number, and formula of lithium carbonate as Li2CO3.

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    SAFETY DATA SHEET

    LITHIUM CARBONATE
    Product No: 007/03-US

    Section 1 : Identification of the Substance and of the Company


    Product Name : Lithium Carbonate
    Use of the Product : Product for industrial/professional use only
    Supplier : Hangzhou C&K Testing Technic Co.Ltd
    : 1/F No.4 Building, Huaye, Hi-Tech
    Industriual Park,Ban’an Road, Binjiang,
    Address Hangzhou, Zhejiang - China
    Telephone : (86) 07030 637
    Emergency Number : (86) 07030 637

    Section 2 : Hazards Identification


    Emergency Overview
    Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes.

    NFPA Ratings
    Health :1
    Flammability : 0
    Reactivity :0
    Special : none

    Potential Health Effects


    Inhalation : Inhalation of dust irritates the respiratory tract. Symptoms include
    cough, sore throat and nausea.
    Ingestion : Ingestion of large amounts may cause diarrhea and abdominal pain.
    Skin Contact : May cause irritation and redness
    Eye Contact : Irritating to eyes.

    Section 3 : Composition/Information on Ingredients

    Chemical Name : Lithium Carbonate


    CAS No. : 554-13-2
    EINECS No. : 209-062-5
    Molecular Weight : 73.9
    Formula : Li2CO3
    Content : >99%

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    Section 4 : First Aid Measures
    General Information
    In case of persisting adverse effects consult a physician.

    Specific Measures
    Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
    Ingestion : Rinse mouth with water and drink plenty of water. Never give anything
    by mouth (oral) to an unconscious person. Seek for medical attention.
    Skin Contact : Wash with water for at least 15 minutes. Contact a physician if
    necessary.
    Eye Contact : Flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper
    eyelids occasionally. Contact an ophthalmologist.

    Section 5 : Firefighting Measures

    Fire : Non combustible. May liberate carbon dioxide by contact with


    surrounding fire.
    Extinguishing Media
    - Suitable : Any mean suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
    - Not Suitable : -
    Protective equipment : Use self-contained breathing apparatus. Refer to section 8.

    Section 6 : Accidental Release Measures

    Personal Precautions : Ventilate the area. Avoid substance contact. Avoid dust generation.
    Use personal protective equipment (Section 8).
    Environmental Precautions: Do not discharge into drains. Avoid surface and ground water
    contamination.
    Methods for Cleaning : Pick up the dry product mechanically and store in suitable
    Up/Taking Up containers for recovery or disposal. Avoid raising dusts.

    Section 7 : Handling and Storage

    Handling
    Special Procedures None
    Safe Handling Minimize dust generation. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
    Procedures
    Special Advices Do not handle close to substances incompatibles with bases.

    Storage
    Special Requirements : Reseal carefully any opened container and set upright to avoid leakages.
    Keep the product in the original containers.
    Storage Conditions : Keep away from flammable substances Do not store with combustibles
    reducing agents. Keep containers tightly closed in well ventilated and cool
    place.

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    Section 8 : Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

    Exposure Limits
    3 3
    15 mg/m (total dust) ; 5 mg/m (respirable fraction)

    Exposure Controls
    Local exhaust ventilation to keep low dust environment.

    Personal Protective Equipment


    Respiratory : Dust mask
    Eyes : Safety goggles required all the time.
    Hands : Nitrile rubber gloves, over 0.11 mm thickness, > 480 min breakthrough
    time.

    Hygiene Measures
    Do not drink, eat or smoke during product manipulation. Keep away from foodstuffs and beverages.
    Wash hands before breaks and after work.

    Section 9 : Physical and Chemical Properties

    Physical Form : Crystalline solid


    Color : White
    Odor : Odorless
    pH :  11 (1% aqueous slurry)
    Melting Point : 720 °C
    Boiling Point : 1310 °C (decomposition)
    Flash Point : not applicable
    Flammability : not flammable
    Explosive Properties : not explosive
    Thermal Decomposition : 380C
    Specific Gravity : 2.11 g/mL
    Water Solubility : not determined
    Water Solubility : 1.3 g/100mL (20 C )
    Partition Coefficient (log Pow) : not applicable
    Section 10 : Stability and Reactivity

    Stability : Stable under normal storage and temperature conditions.


    Conditions to avoid : Contact with acids.
    Hazardous
    Decomposition Products : Lithium oxides, carbon dioxide.

    Section 11 : Toxicological Information


    Acute Data
    Oral LD50 (rat) : 525 mg/Kg (RTECS)
    Dermal LD50 (rabbit) : no data available
    Inhalation LC50 (rat, 4 h): >2.17 mg/L (IUCLIDS)

    Short-term Effects
    Lithium carbonate is moderately irritating to eyes and skin.

    Chronic Effects
    Studies for lithium carbonate refer to that product that it is used for pharmaceutical purposes. Then,
    high doses, close to toxic values, are frequently used. In these studies some effects in newborns are
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    expected. However, health hazards for workers are not expected at exposures over 10 mg/m
    (NIOSH, Health Hazard Evaluation Report HHE80-036-922).

    Carcinogenicity
    Not considered as carcinogen

    Mutagenicity
    No

    Section 12 : Ecological Information


    General
    Do not discharge into drains and water or public depositories.

    Environmental Fate
    No data available.

    Ecotoxicological Data
    No data available.

    Section 13 : Disposal Considerations


    Residues : Licensed professional waste disposal service is required. Disposal of
    waste according to all federal, state and local regulations. See also
    Section 14.

    Empty Packaging: Empty containers may be reused after appropriate cleansing. Packaging
    that cannot be cleaned should be disposed in agreement with the regional
    waste disposal company

    Section 14 : Transport Information

    Rail & Road (DOT) – Sea (IMDG Code) – Air (IATA)

    Non hazardous for road, sea and/or air transport.


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    Section 15 : Regulatory Information
    US Classification

    SARA Not listed


    TSCA Listed
    California Prop.65 Listed as toxic for development

    Labeling according to EC Directives


    Hazard Symbol Xn Harmful
    R phrases 22 Harmful if swallowed.
    36 Irritating to eyes.
    S phrases 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
    water and seek medical advice.
    36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.

    Section 16 : Other Information

    This MSDS complies with 29 CFR Part 1910 subpart Z and ANSI Standard Z400.1-2010.

    The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently
    available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or
    implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
    should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular
    purposes. In no event shall SQM be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for
    lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever
    arising, even if SQM has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

    Issued : October 2019


    Supersedes edition of : March 2020

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