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Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate

CAS #:

13821-20-0

Linear Formula:

Li₃AlF₆

MDL Number:

N/A

EC No.:

237-509-4

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(1N8) 98% Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate	LI-FALO6-018	Pricing >	SDS >	Data Sheet >
(2N) 99% Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate	LI-FALO6-02	Pricing >	SDS >	Data Sheet >
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(4N) 99.99% Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate	LI-FALO6-04	Pricing >	SDS >	Data Sheet >
(5N) 99.999% Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate	LI-FALO6-05	Pricing >	SDS >	Data Sheet >

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Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate Properties (Theoretical)

Compound Formula	Li₃AlF₆
Molecular Weight	161.79
Appearance	White powder
Melting Point	790 ºC
Boiling Point	N/A
Density	2.637 g/cm³ (20 °C)
Solubility in H2O	N/A
Exact Mass	162.019972
Monoisotopic Mass	162.019972

Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate Health & Safety Information

Signal Word	Danger
Hazard Statements	H332-H362-H372-H411
Hazard Codes	Xi, Xn, N
Precautionary Statements	P261-P271-P201-P260-P263-P264-P270-P273-P304+P340-P312-P308+P313-P314-P391-P501
Risk Codes	N/A
Safety Statements	N/A
Transport Information	N/A
GHS Pictograms	GHS06 Skull and Crossbones GHS07 Exclamation Point

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SAFETY DATA SHEET

Date Accessed: 04/18/2024

Date Revised:01/15/2022

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate

Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. LI-FALO6-018 , LI-FALO6-02 , LI-FALO6-03 , LI-FALO6-04 , LI-FALO6-05

CAS #: 13821-20-0

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

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SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity - Inhalation, Category 4
Reproductive toxicity, Additional category for effects on or via lactation
Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure, Category 1
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term (Chronic) - Category Chronic 2
GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

Signal word
Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H332 Harmful if inhaled
H362 May cause harm to breast-fed children
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statement(s)
Prevention
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy and while nursing.
P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
Response
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…if you feel unwell.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
none
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...
Other hazards which do not result in classification
none

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substances
Chemical name-trilithium hexafluoroaluminate
Common names and synonyms-trilithium hexafluoroaluminate
CAS number-13821-20-0
EC number- none
Concentration- 100%

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of necessary first-aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
no data available
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
no data available

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
no data available
Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. For personal protection see section 8.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. For precautions see section 2.2.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control parameters
Occupational Exposure limit values
no data available
Biological limit values
no data available
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Wear impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. 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 EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Respiratory protection
Wear dust mask when handling large quantities.
Thermal hazards
no data available

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical state white powder
Colour no data available
Odour no data available
Melting point/ freezing point 790 °C
Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range no data available
Flammability no data available
Lower and upper explosion limit / flammability limit no data available
Flash point no data available
Auto-ignition temperature no data available
Decomposition temperature no data available
pH no data available
Kinematic viscosity no data available
Solubility no data available
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (log value) no data available
Vapour pressure no data available
Density and/or relative density no data available
Relative vapour density no data available
Particle characteristics no data available

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity
no data available
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available
Conditions to avoid
no data available
Incompatible materials
no data available
Hazardous decomposition products
no data available

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute toxicity
Oral: no data available
Inhalation: no data available
Dermal: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
no data available
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
STOT-single exposure
no data available
STOT-repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity
Toxicity to fish: no data available
Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: no data available
Toxicity to algae: no data available
Toxicity to microorganisms: no data available
Persistence and degradability
no data available
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
Mobility in soil
no data available
Other adverse effects
no data available

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Disposal methods
Product
The material can be disposed of by removal to a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs, feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Contaminated packaging
Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and offered for recycling or reconditioning. Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN Number
ADR/RID: no data available IMDG: no data available IATA: no data available
UN Proper Shipping Name
ADR/RID: no data available
IMDG: no data available
IATA: no data available
Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: no data available IMDG: no data available IATA: no data available
Packing group, if applicable
ADR/RID: no data available IMDG: no data available IATA: no data available
Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: yes IMDG: yes IATA: yes
Special precautions for user
no data available
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
no data available

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
Chemical name Common names and synonyms CAS number EC number
trilithium hexafluoroaluminate trilithium hexafluoroaluminate 13821-20-0 none
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) Listed.
EC Inventory Listed.
United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Listed.
China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 Not Listed.
New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) Listed.
Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) Not Listed.
Vietnam National Chemical Inventory Not Listed.
Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC) Not Listed.

SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.

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About Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate

Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate is a water insoluble Aluminum source for use in oxygen-sensitive applications, such as metal production. In extremely low concentrations (ppm), fluoride compounds are used inhealth applications. Fluoride compounds also have significant uses in synthetic organic chemistry. They are commonly also used to alloy metal and for optical deposition. Certain fluoride compounds can be produced at nanoscale and in ultra high purity forms. Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate is generally immediately available in most volumes. High purity, submicron and nanopowder forms may be considered. American Elements produces to many standard grades when applicable, including Mil Spec (military grade); ACS, Reagent and Technical Grade; Food, Agricultural and Pharmaceutical Grade; Optical Grade, USP and EP/BP (European Pharmacopoeia/British Pharmacopoeia) and follows applicable ASTM testing standards. Typical and custom packaging is available. Additional technical, research and safety (MSDS) information is available as is a Reference Calculator for converting relevant units of measurement.

Lithium Hexafluoroaluminate Synonyms

Trilithium hexafluoroaluminate, Trilithium trifluoroalumane trifluoride; Lithium Cryolite; Aluminium lithium fluoride (1:3:6), Aluminate(3-), hexafluoro-, trilithium, (OC-6-11)-, Aluminate(3-), hexafluoro-, lithium (1:3)

Chemical Identifiers

Linear Formula	Li₃AlF₆
MDL Number	N/A
EC No.	237-509-4
Beilstein/Reaxys No.	N/A
Pubchem CID	160996
IUPAC Name	aluminum; trilithium; hexafluoride
SMILES	[Li+].[Li+].[Li+].[F-].[F-].[F-].F[Al](F)F
InchI Identifier	InChI=1S/Al.6FH.3Li/h;61H;;;/q+3;;;;;;;3+1/p-6
InchI Key	VRSRNLHMYUACMN-UHFFFAOYSA-H

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Packaging Specifications

Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Shipping documentation includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 440 gallon liquid totes, and 36,000 lb. tanker trucks.

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