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CAS Number: 12190-79-3
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93-0386
Cobalt › Lithium cobalt(III) oxide, min. 98%
CAS Number: 12190-79-3
MDL Number: MFCD00049786
Molecular Formula: CoLiO2
Molecular Weight: 97.87
Chemical Formula: LiCoO2
Color and Form: dark gray pwdr.
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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Lithium cobalt (III) oxide, min. 98%
Product Number: 93-0386
CAS Registry Number: 12190-79-3
Formula: LiCoO2
EINECS Number: 235-362-0
Chemical Family: metal oxide
Synonym: Lithium cobaltite. Lithium oxide, cobalt oxide co-compound
SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 12190-79-3 100 0.02mg/m3 (as Co) no data
SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Lithium is toxic to the central nervous system. Repeated ingestion may damage kidneys and act as a teratogen. May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, skin and eyes
Eye Contact: May cause severe irritation of the eyes resulting in redness, chemical burns and watering.
Skin Contact: Prolonged contact with moist skin may cause irritation. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Inhalation: May be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Ingestion of large amounts may cause stomach cramps, vomiting, and ulceration.
Acute Health Effects: May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Effects: Lithium may cause kidney damage and may be a teratogen. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
NTP: No
IARC: Yes
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: None. Material is non-flammable.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: No special fire-fighting procedures. The material is non-flammable.
Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: No hazardous combustion or decomposition products.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or 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: No special storage conditions.
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 appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Ventilation: Material may form a fine dust. 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: dark gray pwdr.
Molecular Weight: 97.87
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: not applicable
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: none
Incompatibility: mineral acids
Decomposition Products: none
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects: Possible carcinogen (as Co)
Mutagenic Effects: No data available
Tetratogenic Effects: No data available
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: Avoid release to the environment. Very toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste according to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): NA
UN ID Number (CFR): NA
Shipping Name (IATA): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): NA
UN ID Number (IATA): NA
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Title compound: See Category Code N096 for reporting.
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: 3/20/2001
Revision Date: 8/22/2011

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