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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

I            PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Trade Name:                    Lithium Titanate                                                           Formula:            Li₂TiO₃

Molecular Weight:           109.78                                                                           CAS #:                12031-82-2

II           HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Lithium Titanate %: 100                            OSHA/PEL: No Data                     ACGIH(TLV): No Data

*Component subject to reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act: Title compound: Not listed.

III         PHYSICAL DATA

Boiling Point:                           No data                                                                  Melting Point:                  1520-1564 ^oC

Specific Gravity (H₂O=1):      No data                                                                  Vapor Pressure:               No data

Solubility in Water:                Insoluble                                                                Color and Form:              White powder

IV         FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA

Flash Point: None 

Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide or dry powder

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Non-flammable material. If involved in a fire toxic oxidation or decomposition products may form. Leave the area unless fitted with a self-contained breathing apparatus and fire protective clothing.

Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Non-flammable material. No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

V           HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Mode of Entry: Inhalation: No   Skin: No             Ingestion: Yes

Carcinogenicity: NTP: No           IARC: No          OSHA: No

Effects of Overexposure: No specific information available on toxicity or effects of overexposure. Lithium compounds are implicated in the development of aplastic anemia. Lithium ion is toxic to the central nervous system. Can cause kidney damage, dizziness, prostration, annexa, nausea, apathy, comas and possibly death.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

EYES: In case of eye contact immediately flush the eyes with water for at least 15 minutes.

SKIN: In case of skin contact wash the affected area with soap and water for at least 5 minutes.

INHALATION: If inhaled remove victim to fresh air and seek medical attention if coughing, shortness of breath or irritation persists.

INGESTION: If ingested give victim plenty of water and seek immediate medical assistance.

VI         REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Air and moisture-stable material

Conditions to Avoid: None

Hazardous Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization.

Hazardous Decomposition: Lithium oxide and titanium oxide.

VII        SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Spilled or Released: Sweep up the solid and dispose of properly.

Waste Disposal Method: Material should be disposed of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

VIII      SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA approved dust mask.

Ventilation: Local Exhaust: Yes                                                                          Other: No

Protective Gloves: Yes                                                                                          Eye Protection: Yes

Other Protective Equipment: No other protection equipment needed.

IX         SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage: Store the material in a sealed container. Keep away from heat and moisture.

Other Precautions: No special precautions necessary. To minimize exposure handle the material in an efficient fume hood.

              The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. ESPI shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.

Prepared by:        S. Dierks

Dated:                  November 1994