Product Name: Lithium Bis(oxalato)borate
Chemical Formula: LiB(C2O4)2
Synonyms: Lithium bis-oxalato borate, LiBOB
Recommended Use: Electrolyte salt in lithium-ion batteries
Manufacturer: Please refer to supplier documentation
Emergency Number: Consult local guidelines for chemical emergencies
CAS Number: 244761-29-3
UN Number: 3077
GHS Classification: Eye Irritation Category 2A, Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) Category 3
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation, May cause respiratory irritation, Harmful if swallowed or inhaled
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or fumes, Use personal protective equipment, If exposed or concerned seek medical attention
Routes of Exposure: Eyes, skin, inhalation, ingestion
Target Organs: Eyes, respiratory tract
Chemical Identity: Lithium bis(oxalato)borate
Common Name: LiBOB
CAS Number: 244761-29-3
Concentration: 98-100%
Impurities: Trace amounts of other lithium salts, oxalates, or borates may be present at <2%
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, Keep at rest, Seek medical attention if symptoms like coughing or breathing difficulty appear
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, Rinse skin with plenty of water and soap, Seek attention if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, Get medical assistance
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, Do not induce vomiting, Drink water if conscious, Get medical help immediately
Most Important Symptoms/Effects: Coughing, irritation, redness of eyes and skin, stomach pain if ingested, possible headache
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, CO2, foam, Water spray (for cooling only, not as primary extinguisher)
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Full water jet, may spread material
Specific Hazards: Releases CO, CO2, boron oxides, and noxious fumes
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, Full protective suit
Firefighting Instructions: Evacuate area, Prevent runoff from contaminating water supplies, Cool containers exposed to heat
Personal Precautions: Wear protective gloves, safety goggles, dust mask or respirator, Avoid contact and creation of dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering drains or waterways, Inform appropriate authorities
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up, collect in sealed, labeled containers for disposal, Ventilate area, Clean area with wet methods to avoid dust
Spill Reporting: Report significant spills per local, regional, and national requirements
Handling: Use with adequate ventilation, Avoid eye and skin contact, Use tools designed for chemical handling, Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, Away from heat, ignition sources, strong acids and bases, Keep container tightly closed
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis, moisture
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established for this compound
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, Enclose process as much as possible
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, Protective goggles or face shield, Protective clothing, Respiratory protection for dust or fumes
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use, Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse, Do not bring contaminated items out of work area
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Melting Point: 290–309 °C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Solubility: Soluble in organic carbonates (e.g., ethylene carbonate), Very low solubility in water
Density: Approximately 1.85 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Not measurable at room temperature
pH: Not relevant for solid
Flash Point: Not flammable in pure form
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable in unopened original container under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: May react with strong oxidizers, acids, bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: CO, CO2, boron oxides
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moisture, high temperatures, incompatible substances
Polymerization: Not known to occur
Other Notes: Contact with acids liberates toxic gases
Acute Toxicity: May cause irritation to eyes, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract; Oral LD50 (rat): > 2,000 mg/kg estimated
Eye Effects: Causes serious irritation, redness, pain
Skin Effects: Prolonged contact may cause irritation
Inhalation Effects: Coughing, discomfort, dizziness if inhaled in high concentrations
Chronic Effects: No animal data on long-term effects, Similar compounds may affect kidneys, nervous system at high doses
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: No data available
Reproductive Toxicity: No studies available, recommend limiting exposure for pregnant individuals
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic life at high concentrations, Limited data on lithium bis(oxalato)borate
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, May persist in environment
Bioaccumulation: Unlikely to bioaccumulate significantly
Mobility in Soil: May leach into groundwater if spilled in large quantities
Other Effects: Avoid release to the environment due to long-term hazard to aquatic organisms
Waste Treatment Methods: Collect waste in appropriate, labeled containers, Do not mix with incompatible wastes
Disposal: Send to licensed chemical disposal facility, Comply with local, state, and national regulations
Unused Product: Dispose as hazardous waste
Contaminated Packaging: Wash thoroughly before reuse or dispose as hazardous waste
UN Number: 3077
UN Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (Lithium bis(oxalato)borate)
Transport Hazard Class: Class 9 (Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles)
Packing Group: III
Special Precautions: Prevent package rupture, Limit exposure to moisture, Mark and label according to regulations
Environmental Hazards: Yes, Hazardous to environment
Transport in Bulk: Follow MARPOL Annex II and IBC Code as required
TSCA Status: Listed in US TSCA Inventory
REACH (EU): Registered or pre-registered under REACH, Restrictions may apply
Canadian DSL/NDSL: Substance included in NDSL
SARA Title III: Not subject to Sections 302, 304, or 313
Other National Regulations: Subject to chemical safety rules; consult country-specific health and safety laws for details
Label Requirements: Comply with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard in U.S.; use GHS labeling
