Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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Lithium tetrafluoroborate(14283-07-9)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
Lithium tetrafluoroborate
Synonyms
Borate(1-), tetrafluoro-, lithium
Lithium boridefluoride
Lithium fluoborate
CAS
14283-07-9
Formula
BF4Li
Molecular Weight
93.74
EINECS
238-178-9
Beilstein/Gmelin
47154 (G)
EC Class
harmful, corrosive

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
White/grey crystalline solid.
Solubility in water
Very soluble
Density
0.852 g/cm3
Usage
Used as an electrolyte in lithium batteries.
Refractive Index
1.3332

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.
Handling
Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use and store under nitrogen. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema. May cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and inflammation of the gums and mouth.
Skin
May cause severe irritation and possible burns.
Eyes
Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns.
Ingestion
Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.
Hazards
Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
EC Risk Phrase
R 22 34
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36/37/39 45
UN (DOT)
3290

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear chemical goggles and face shield. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.
Respirators
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.
Exposure Effects
Overexposure may cause delayed kidney injury. Chronic ingestion may cause liver damage. May cause anemia and other blood cell abnormalities. May cause digestive tract and cardiac disturbances.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Fire Potential
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code
23
Stability
Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions.
Incompatibilities
Strong acids
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
3290
Hazard Class
6.1
Packing Group
I; II
HS Code
2826 90 90
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