| Agent Name |
Lithium hydroxide |
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| CAS Number |
1310-65-2 |
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| Formula |
H-Li-O |
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| Major Category |
Other Classes |
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| Synonyms |
Lithium hydroxide anhydrous; [ChemIDplus] |
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| Category |
Bases |
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| Description |
White crystals; |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used in photographic developing solutions and alkaline storage batteries; [NJ-HSFS] |
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| Comments |
Corrosive to skin; [Quick CPC] High inhalation exposure can cause pulmonary edema; [ICSC] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Reference Link |
International Chemical Safety Cards (WHO/IPCS/ILO) |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Toxic Pneumonitis |
Yes |
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| Dermatotoxin |
Skin Burns |
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