🛡️ Hazard Overview
- GHS Class: GHS07; GHS08
- Signal Word: Danger
- Hazard Statements: H302; H315; H319; H335; H336; H360; H361; H362; H370; H371; H372; H373
🧤 PPE Guidelines
- Gloves: Chemical‑resistant gloves suggested
- Eye Protection: Safety goggles suggested
- Respirator: Dust respirator if dust occurs
❄️ Storage
- Storage Temp: -20°C (-4°F) Keep dry
🚑 Emergency First Aid
- For inhalation, skin, eye or ingestion exposure, please refer to full SDS Section 4.
Product identifier
- Product Name: Lithium Chloride
- Catalog Number: E0153
- CAS Number: 7447-41-8
- IUPAC Name: Lithium chloride (LiCl)
Relevant identified uses and uses advised against
- Identified uses: For research and development use only; laboratory chemicals; manufacture of substances.
- Uses advised against: Not for pharmaceutical, household, or other unapproved uses.
Details of the supplier
- Company: Selleck Chemicals
- TollFree: +1 877 796-6397
- Tel: +1 832 582-8158
- Fax: +1 832 582-8590
Emergency telephone number
- Emergency phone #: +1 832 582-8158
2.1 GHS classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS):
Acute toxicity (oral): Category 4. H302
Skin irritation: Category 2. H315
Serious eye irritation: Category 2. H319
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure): Category 3. H335
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure): Category 3. H336
Reproductive toxicity: Category 1. H360
Reproductive toxicity: Category 2. H361
Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B. H362
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure): Category 1. H370
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure): Category 2. H371
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure): Category 1. H372
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure): Category 2. H373
2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Hazard Pictogram(s):
Signal Word:
Danger
Hazard statement(s):
H302: Harmful if swallowed
H315: Causes skin irritation
H319: Causes serious eye irritation
H335: May cause respiratory irritation
H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child
H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H362: May cause harm to breast-fed children
H370: Causes damage to organs
H371: May cause damage to organs
H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statement(s):
Prevention:
P203: Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P263: Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing.
P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P264+P265: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection.
Response:
P301+P317: IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help.
P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water.
P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
P308+P316: IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately.
P318: if exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
P319: Get medical help if you feel unwell.
P321: Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)).
P330: Rinse mouth.
P332+P317: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
P337+P317: If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
P338: Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P362+P364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Storage:
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405: Store locked up.
Disposal:
P501: P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Other hazards
None.
3.1 Substances
Product name: Lithium Chloride
CAS Number: 7447-41-8
PubChem CID: 433294
Molecular formula: ClLi
Molecular weight: 42.4 g/mol
IUPAC name: lithium chloride
3.2 Mixtures
Not applicable (pure substance).
4.1 Description of first aid measures
Inhalation: Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eye contact: First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention .
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
See Section 11 (Toxicological Information).
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat symptomatically. Contact a poison control center or physician for severe exposure.
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide (CO2), alcohol-resistant foam.
Unsuitable: None known.
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. (NTP, 1992)
In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.
Bromine trifluoride rapidly attacks ... lithium chloride ...
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective clothing.
Fight fire from upwind. Cool containers with water spray until fire is extinguished.
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8).
Avoid breathing dust/vapor. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep people away from and upwind of spill.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent product from entering drains, waterways, or soil.
Contain spill with inert absorbent material.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
SRP: The most favorable course of action is to use an alternative chemical product with less inherent propensity for occupational exposure or environmental contamination. Recycle any unused portion of the material for its approved use or return it to the manufacturer or supplier. Ultimate disposal of the chemical must consider: the material's impact on air quality; potential migration in soil or water; effects on animal, aquatic, and plant life; and conformance with environmental and public health regulations.
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you spill this chemical, you should dampen the solid spill material with water, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with water to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash all contaminated surfaces with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should store this chemical under refrigerated temperatures, and protect it from moisture. (NTP, 1992)
Dry. Well closed.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Dry. Well closed.
Store away from incompatible materials (see Section 10).
[Note: Specific storage temperature not available in public databases. Refer to supplier Certificate of Analysis (COA) for exact storage conditions.]
8.1 Exposure controls
8.1.1 Occupational exposure limits (OEL)
(inhalable fraction): 0.2 mg/m
8.1.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Use only in a chemical fume hood or with local exhaust ventilation.
Ensure adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below exposure limits.
8.2 Individual protection measures
8.2.1 Eye/face protection
Wear chemical safety goggles.
8.2.2 Skin protection
Wear protective gloves. Recommended material: Nitrile rubber.
Wear suitable protective clothing (lab coat).
8.2.3 Respiratory protection
Use NIOSH-approved dust/mist respirator (N95 or higher) if ventilation is inadequate.
8.2.4 Thermal hazards
Not applicable.
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance: Lithium chloride appears as colorless crystals or powder. Low toxicity.
b) Odor: No data available
c) Odor threshold: No data available
d) pH: Aqueous solution: neutral or slightly alkaline
e) Melting point/freezing point: 1121 °F (NTP, 1992)
f) Initial boiling point and boiling range: 2417 to 2480 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
g) Flash point: No data available
h) Evaporation rate: No data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data available
k) Vapor pressure: 1 mm Hg at 547 °C
l) Vapor density: No data available
m) Relative density: 2.068 at 77 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink
n) Water solubility: Very soluble (NTP, 1992)
o) Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: Log P: No data available
p) Auto-ignition temperature: No data available
q) Decomposition temperature: No data available
r) Viscosity: No data available
s) Explosive properties: No data available
t) Oxidizing properties: No data available
9.2 Other information
Complexity: 2
10.1 Reactivity
No specific reactivity hazards identified under normal handling conditions.
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No hazardous reactions under normal conditions.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Avoid heat, sparks, open flames, direct sunlight, and moisture.
Avoid strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Thermal decomposition may produce: Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO₂), Hydrogen chloride (HCl).
See also Section 5 (Fire-fighting measures) for combustion products.
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity:
No acute toxicity data available.
Skin corrosion/irritation:
Causes skin irritation (H315).
Serious eye damage/eye irritation:
Causes serious eye irritation (H319).
Respiratory or skin sensitization:
No data available.
Germ cell mutagenicity:
No data available.
Carcinogenicity:
No data available.
Reproductive toxicity:
May damage fertility or the unborn child (H360).
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure):
H370, H371, H372, H373
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure):
No data available.
Aspiration hazard:
No data available.
11.2 Additional information
Exposure routes:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.
Signs and symptoms of exposure:
Confusion.
Data source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB) via PubChem.
12.1 Toxicity
LC50; Species: Oncorhynchus mykiss (Rainbow trout,Donaldson trout); Conditions: fresh water, temperature 12 to 13 °C, pH 6.9 to 7.8, hardness 92 to 110 mg/L CaCO3, dissolved oxygen 9.3 to 10.1 mg/L; renewal; Concentration: 9280 ug/L (95% confidence limit: 6680 to 12300ug/L) for 28 days /total/
LC50; Species: Pimephales promelas (Fathead minnow); Conditions: fresh water; flow through, temperature 24.5 to 25 °C, pH 7.2 to 7.5, hardness 56 to 70 mg/L CaCO3, conductivity 160 to 270 umhos/cm, dissolved oxygen 6.8 to 8.6 mg/L; Concentration: 8700 ug/L (95% confidence limit: 5400 to 15000ug/L) for 26 days /total/
LC50; Species: Pimephales promelas (Fathead minnow); Conditions: fresh water; flow through, temperature 24.5 to 25 °C, pH 7.2 to 7.5, hardness 56 to 70 mg/L CaCO3, conductivity 160 to 270 umhos/cm, dissolved oxygen 6.8 to 8.6 mg/L; Concentration: 1200 ug/L for 26 days /total/
EC50; Species: Pimephales promelas (Fathead minnow); Conditions: fresh water; flow through, temperature 24.5 to 25 °C, pH 7.2 to 7.5, hardness 56 to 70 mg/L CaCO3, conductivity 160 to 270 umhos/cm, dissolved oxygen 6.8 to 8.6 mg/L; Concentration: 6400 ug/L (95% confidence limit: 5680 to 7360ug/L) for 26 days Effect: development normal; normal /total/
EC50; Species: Pimephales promelas (Fathead minnow); Conditions: fresh water; flow through, temperature 24.5 to 25 °C, pH 7.2 to 7.5, hardness 56 to 70 mg/L CaCO3, conductivity 160 to 270 umhos/cm, dissolved oxygen 6.8 to 8.6 mg/L; Concentration:
12.2 Persistence and degradability
No data available.
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
No data available.
12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available.
12.6 Other adverse effects
No other adverse ecological effects identified.
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Waste Treatment Methods: Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with national and local regulations. Leave chemicals in original containers and do not mix with other waste. Handle uncleaned containers in the same manner as the product itself.
14.1 UN number
Not regulated as dangerous goods (research quantities typically exempt).
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Not subject to transport regulations (small quantities for research use).
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Not classified as dangerous goods for transport (research quantities).
14.4 Packing group
Not applicable (not regulated as dangerous goods in typical research quantities).
14.5 Environmental hazards
Marine pollutant: No (not classified as environmentally hazardous per GHS).
14.6 Special precautions for user
Transport in original packaging. Ensure containers are tightly sealed.
For bulk or commercial quantities, consult applicable transport regulations (DOT, IATA, IMDG).
14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable.
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
US EPA / TSCA: Subject to EPA TSCA regulations
EU ECHA / REACH: Registered (REACH Active)
SARA 302 Components:
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 313 Components:
This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.
SARA 311/312 Hazards:
Acute (short-term) health hazard
Chronic (long-term) health hazard
Massachusetts Right To Know Components:
This material contains components subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act. See Section 2 for hazard classification.
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components:
This material contains components subject to the Pennsylvania Right to Know Act. See Section 2 for hazard classification.
New Jersey Right To Know Components:
This material contains components subject to the New Jersey Right to Know Act. See Section 2 for hazard classification.
California Prop. 65 Components:
This product does not contain any chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.
Other regulatory listings:
- The Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals: Chemical: Lithium chloride (LiCl)
15.2 Chemical safety assessment
A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out for this substance.
For research-use-only compounds, no CSA is required under REACH Annex I.
Revision Date: 2026/09/08
Further Information: The information provided is believed to be correct but is not exhaustive and should be used only as a guideline based on current knowledge. It does not represent a guarantee of the properties of the product. Selleck Chemicals Corporation and its Affiliates shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or contact with the product.