Safety Data Sheet

SAFETY DATA SHEET

Date Accessed: 03/28/2024
Date Revised: 01/15/2022

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Lithium Silicon Alloy

Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. LI-SI-01-P

CAS #: 68848-64-6

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351

Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300
International: +1 703-527-3887


SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Signal Word: Danger

Flame - GHS02 Corrosion - GHS05

Hazard Statements:
H260: In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
H228: Flammable solid
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary Statements:
P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces – No smoking
P231+P232: Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
P240: Ground/bond container and receiving equipment
P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/light/equipment
P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue rinsing
P370+P378: In case of fire: Use CO2, sand, extinguishing powder for extinction
P405: Store locked up
P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations
HMIS Health Ratings (0-4):
Health: 3
Flammability: 3
Physical: 3


SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Lithium (Li):
CAS #: 7439-93-2
Silicon (Si):
CAS #: 7440-21-3


SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General Treatment:
Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Special Treatment:
None
Important Symptoms:
Causes severe skin burns
Causes severe eye damage
Inhalation:
Remove victim to fresh air. Supply oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Ingestion:
Give one to two glasses of water and induce vomiting. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Skin:
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product. Wash affected area with mild soap and water. Remove any contaminated clothing.
Eyes:
Flush eyes with water, blinking often for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.


SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Flammability:
Flammbable
Extinguishing Media:
Do not use water for metal fires – use CO2, sand, extinguishing powder.
Spec. Fire Fighting Procedure:
Use full-face, self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. See section 10 for decomposition products.


SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

If Material Is Released/Spilled:
Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in special protection information. Isolate spill area and provide ventilation. Vacuum up spill using a high efficiency particulate
absolute (HEPA) air filter and place in a closed container for disposal. Take care not to raise dust.
Environmental Precautions:
Isolate runoff to prevent environmental pollution.


SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Conditions:
Handle under dry protective gas. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Conditions:
Store in a cool dry place in a tightly sealed container. Store under dry inert gas. Store apart from materials and conditions listed in section 10.
Work/Hygienic Maintenance:
Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating and smoking. Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air.
Ventilation:
Provide sufficient ventilation to maintain concentration at or below threshold limit.


SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Permissible Exposure Limits: 15 mg/m3 as Si total dust, long-term value 5 mg/m3 as Si respirable fraction, long-term value
Threshold Limit Value: N/A
Special Equipment: None
Respiratory Protection:
Use a respirator with type P100 (USA) or P3 (EN143) cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards.
Protective Gloves: Nitrile rubber, NBR 0.11mm thick.
Penetration time of glove material: 480 minutes
Eye Protection: Safety glasses or goggles, Full face protection
Body Protection: Protective work clothing. Wear close-toed shoes and long sleeves/pants.


SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Color N/A
Form: Powder, Granules, Pellets, Sputtering target, Custom parts
Odor: N/A
Water Solubility: Reacts violently releasing flammable gases
Boiling Point: N/A
Melting Point: 180.5-1414 °C
Flash Point: N/A
Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Density: N/A
Molecular weight: N/A


SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability:
Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reacts With:
Water, Acids, Oxidizing agents, Halogens, Interhalogens
Incompatible Conditions:
Water/moisture
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Lithium oxide, Silicon oxide


SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Potential Health Effects:
Eyes: May cause irritation
Skin: May cause irritation
Ingestion: May cause irritation
Inhalation: May cause irritation
Chronic: N/A
Signs & Symptoms: N/A
Aggravated Medical Conditions: N/A
Median Lethal Dose: 3160 mg/kg for rat by mouth
Carcinogen: N/A


SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Aquatic Toxicity: Low
Persistent Bioaccumulation Toxicity: No
Very Persistent, Very Bioaccumulative: No
Notes: N/A


SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Dispose of in accordance with local, state, national, and international regulations.


SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Hazardous: Hazardous for transportation.
Hazard Class: 4.3 Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases
Packing Group: I
UN Number: UN1417
Proper Shipping Name: Lithium Silicon


SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Sec 302 Extremely Hazardous: No
Sec 304 Reportable Quantities: N/A
Sec 313 Toxic Chemicals: No