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Lithium aluminum hydride

CAS 16853-85-3

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Lithium aluminum hydride
Product Code
686034

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
16853-85-3 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV/SRL

manufacturer

Brusselsesteenweg 288 B-3090 OVERIJSE

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Water-react. Cat. 1 H260
Skin Corr. Cat. 1A H314
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

P223 Do not allow contact with water.
P231 + P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
P260 Do not breathe dusts or mists.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection/ hearing protection.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
aluminium lithium hydride EC: 240-877-9 16853-85-3 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

Skin contact

Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Dry powder, Dry sand

Unsuitable media

Do NOT use water jet.

Specific hazards

Lithium oxides, Aluminum oxide Combustible.

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.

Environmental

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and shovel. Collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing.

Materials: suitable, closed containers

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store in cool place. Never allow product to get in contact with water during storage.

Fire prevention

Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it. Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374 If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the EC approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

Eyes

Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Respiratory

Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a fullface particle respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Skin/Body

Complete suit protecting against chemicals, Flame retardant protective clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Environmental

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
solid
Softening Point
---
Melting Point
125 °C
Voc Content
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Solidification Point
---
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Boiling Point
89 - 90 °C at 2,66 hPa
Decomposition Temperature
---
Density
---
Properties Status
---
Colour Intensity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Freezing Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Bulk Density
---
Flash Point
Not applicable
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Form
solid
Solubility
---
Colour
---
Vapor Density
---
Molecular Weight
---
Ph
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Odor Threshold
---
Explosive Limits
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Odor
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Appearance
---
Flammability
---
Cloud Point
---
Solubility In Water
---
Physical State Data
solid
Vapor Pressure
---
Relative Density
0,920 g/cm3
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

Reacts violently with water.

Avoid

Exposure to moisture.

Incompatible

Alcohols, Carboxylic acid, Peroxides, Chlorinated solvents, Halogens

Decomposition

Lithium oxides, Aluminum oxide

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
1410
Shipping Name
LITHIUM ALUMINIUM HYDRIDE
Transport Class
4.3
Packing Group
I
IATA

Passenger Aircraft: Not permitted for transport

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Lithium aluminum hydride?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Lithium aluminum hydride?

Lithium aluminum hydride is a solid .

What is Lithium aluminum hydride used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Lithium aluminum hydride?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H260: In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What is the melting point of Lithium aluminum hydride?

The melting point is 125 °C and the boiling point is 89 - 90 °C at 2,66 hPa.