Lithium Chloride
- CAS Number
- 7447-41-8
- HSN Code
- 28273990
- Molecular Formula
- LiCl
- Catalogue Number
- AL2762
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 42.39 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Lithium chloride is a metal chloride salt with a Li(+) counterion. It has a role as a geroprotector, a NMR chemical shift reference compound and an antimanic drug.
Also known as Lithium monochloride.
- Catalogue No.
- AL2762
- CAS Number
- 7447-41-8
- Molecular Formula
- LiCl
- Molecular Weight
- 42.39 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28273990
- Grade
- AR (Anhydrous)
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 610 °C; Boiling point: 1383 °C; Density: 2.07 g/cu cm; Solubility: 84.5 g/100 g water at 25 °C; soluble in ethanol, acetone, pyridine.
- Appearance
- Deliquescent, cubic crystals, granules or crystalline powder
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 gm glass bottle, 250 gm glass bottle
- Storage
- Dry. Well closed.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Lithium Chloride
- Catalogue No.
- AL2762
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 7447-41-8
- EC Number
- 231-212-3
- Grade
- AR (Anhydrous)
- EC Index Number
- Not specified
- Chemical Formula
- LiCl
- HSN Code
- 28273990
- Synonyms
- Lithium monochloride
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Analytical reference compound, desiccant
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 433294 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Hygroscopic; may cause irritation to skin and eyes.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Lithium Chloride
- CAS No.
- 7447-41-8
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Bromine trifluoride rapidly attacks lithium chloride.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and collect using appropriate methods. Avoid dust generation.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for 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.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Dry. Well closed.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Odourless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 610 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 1383 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Non-flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 1 mm Hg at 547 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 2.07 g/cu cm
- Solubility
- 84.5 g/100 g water at 25 °C; soluble in ethanol, acetone, pyridine
- Log Pow
- -2.7
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with water to form lithium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- The solution in water is corrosive to metals.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of chloride.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 757 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit oral 850 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 1165 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IATA)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (ADN)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (RID)
- Not assigned
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Lithium Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Lithium Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Lithium Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Lithium Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Lithium Chloride
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- Not classified
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- Not classified
- Packing group (IMDG)
- Not classified
- Packing group (IATA)
- Not classified
- Packing group (ADN)
- Not classified
- Packing group (RID)
- Not classified
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as an analytical-grade reference compound and desiccant in laboratory research. It is also utilized in the production of lithium metal and in various chemical syntheses.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00894
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 42.39 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 99% | 99.5% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Soluble in water | Fully soluble in water |
The above product is expected to comply with AR (Anhydrous) grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% AR | ≥ 99% | m.p. 610 °C; b.p. 1383 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | 84.5 g/100 g water at 25 °C; soluble in ethanol, acetone, pyridine |
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