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CAS Number: 7782-89-0
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93-0306
Lithium › Lithium amide, 95%
CAS Number: 7782-89-0
MDL Number: MFCD00011093
Molecular Formula: H2LiN
Molecular Weight: 22.96
Chemical Formula: LiNH2
Color and Form: off-white pwdr.
Note:  

Stability: air sensitive, moisture sensitive

Safety: Hazardous

Physical Characteristics: melting point 373-375°C, density 1.178

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Lithium amide, 95%
Product Number: 93-0306
CAS Registry Number: 7782-89-0
Formula: LiNH2
EINECS Number: 231-968-4
Chemical Family: metal amide
Synonym: none
SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 7782-89-0 100 no data no data
SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Material is corrosive to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation
Eye Contact: Causes burns to the eyes
Skin Contact: Causes burns to the skin.
Inhalation: Corrosive to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion: No information on the physiological effects of ingestion.
Acute Health Effects: Corrosive to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Effects: No information available on long-term chronic effects.
NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Exposure: Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin Exposure: Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Ingestion: Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: none
Explosion Limits: none
Extinguishing Medium: carbon dioxide, foam or dry powder
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: If involved in a fire this material may emit irritating fumes.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Product is a flammable solid. No unusual explosion hazards.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures: Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. Material may react with atmospheric moisture and lead to degradation of the product.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection: Wear protective clothes and gloves.
Ventilation: If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator: In the absence of adequate ventilation a respirator should be worn. The use of a respirator requires a Respiratory Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: off-white pwdr.
Molecular Weight: 22.96
Melting Point: 373-375°C
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: 1.178
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: reacts violently with water
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air sensitive, moisture sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: prolonged contact with air and moisture.
Incompatibility: Water, air, alcohols, active metals, oxidizing agents and halogens
Decomposition Products: nitrogen oxides and lithium salts.
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects: No data available
Mutagenic Effects: No data available
Tetratogenic Effects: No data available
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: No information available
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Alkali metal amides
Hazard Class (CFR): 4.3
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): II
UN ID Number (CFR): UN# 1390
Shipping Name (IATA): Alkali metal amides
Hazard Class (IATA): 4.3
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): II
UN ID Number (IATA): UN# 1390
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient: none
Third Ingredient: none
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer: The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information.
Preparation Date: 6/05/2000
Revision Date: 8/01/2011

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