lithium hydride
Flame
Corrosion
Skull and Crossbones
Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H260 |
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously | Substances and mixtures which in contact with water, emit flammable gases |
H301 |
Toxic if swallowed | Acute toxicity, oral |
H314 |
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage | Skin corrosion/irritation |
H318 |
Causes serious eye damage | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H330 |
Fatal if inhaled | Acute toxicity, inhalation |
H360 |
May damage fertility or the unborn child | Reproductive toxicity |
H370 |
Causes damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
H371 |
May cause damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P223 |
Do not allow contact with water. |
P231+P232 |
Handle and store contents under inert gas/... Protect from moisture. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P284 |
[In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection. |
P301+P316 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P301+P330+P331 |
IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. |
P302+P335+P334 |
Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water [or wrap in wet bandages]. |
P302+P361+P354 |
IF ON SKIN: Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P305+P354+P338 |
IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. |
P308+P316 |
IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P316 |
Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P317 |
Get emergency medical help. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P320 |
Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label). |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P330 |
Rinse mouth. |
P363 |
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. |
P370+P378 |
In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. |
P402+P404 |
Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| OSHA PEL | 2.5000000000000001E-2 mg-m3 |
| NIOSH REL | 2.5000000000000001E-2 mg-m3 |
| NIOSH IDLH | 0.5 mg-m3 |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
Odorless, off-white to gray, translucent, crystalline mass or white powder.
| Boiling Point | decomposes |
| Vapor Pressure | 0 mmHg (approx) |
| Specific Gravity | 0.78 |
NFPA 704 Diamond
2
3
2
Health
Fire
Reactivity
Target Organs
severe irritation of the eyes, respiratory tract and skin
Synonyms
lithium monohydride
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 62714
- OSHA PEL: OSHA Occupational Chemical Database
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
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