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CAS Number: 865-34-9
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93-0336
Lithium › Lithium methoxide, min. 95%
CAS Number: 865-34-9
MDL Number: MFCD00036357
Molecular Formula: CH3LiO
Molecular Weight: 37.97
Chemical Formula: LiOCH3
Color and Form: white pwdr.
Note:  

Stability: moisture sensitive

Safety: Hazardous

Physical Characteristics: melting point 500°C

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Lithium methoxide, min. 95%
Product Number: 93-0336
CAS Registry Number: 865-34-9
Formula: LiOCH3
EINECS Number: 212-737-7
Chemical Family: metal alkoxide
Synonym: lithium methylate; methanol, lithium salt.
SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 865-34-9 100 no data no data
SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: The product causes caustic burns on human contact. Lithium salts are toxic to the central nervous system. Moisture will produce methanol vapor which may cause blindness, intoxication, dizziness, and coma.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, contact with skin and eyes.
Eye Contact: Corrosive to the eyes. Methanol released may cause delayed blindness through atrophy of the optic nerve.
Skin Contact: Causes chemical burns to the skin.
Inhalation: Methanol vapor may be irritating to the respiratory tract and cause headache, dizziness, coma, and blindness.
Ingestion: Ingestion causes chemical burns. May cause gastrointestinal distress, blindness, convulsions and coma.
Acute Health Effects: The product may cause caustic burns on human contact. Lithium salts are toxic to the central nervous system. Methanol may cause blurred vision, blindness, intoxication, and dizziness.
Chronic Health Effects: Methanol may damage kidneys and liver and act as a mutagen and teratogen. Methanol is metabolized slowly to formaldehyde. Gradual atrophy of the optic nerve may result, producing blindness. Lithium salts may cause kidney damage and act as teratogens.
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 soap and 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).
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: no data
Explosion Limits: no data
Extinguishing Medium: carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Flammable. If 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 toxic organic fumes.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Flammable. Formation of explosive air/ vapor mixtures is possible in presence of moisture.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures: Eliminate all ignition sources. Avoid contact with water. Small spills may be adsorbed into diatomaceous earth, sand, or other suitable adsorbent, and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. If container is left open, product may adsorb moisture and carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release methanol vapor.
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 clothing and gloves.
Ventilation: Material may form a vapor upon exposure to air. if possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator: If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator 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: white pwdr.
Molecular Weight: 37.97
Melting Point: 500°C
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: reacts with water
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air and moisture sensitive solid
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Keep away from moisture, heat and ignition sources including open flame and electrostatic discharge.
Incompatibility: Water, mineral acids, oxidizing agents, alcohols, chloroform, acetone and halogens
Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic vapors, and metal oxides and carbonates.
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files for title compound.
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 according to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Alkali Metal Alcoholates, Self-heating, Corrosive, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR): 4.2
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): 8
Packaging Group (CFR): II
UN ID Number (CFR): UN# 3206
Shipping Name (IATA): Alkali Metal Alcoholates, Self-heating, Corrosive, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA): 4.2
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): 8
Packaging Group (IATA): II
UN ID Number (IATA): UN# 3206
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: 2/26/2001
Revision Date: 12/14/2011

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