Lithium Carbonate is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Bipolar Disorder. Lithium Carbonate may be used alone or with other medications.
Lithium Carbonate belongs to a class of drugs called Bipolar Disorder Agents.
It is not known if Lithium Carbonate is safe and effective in children younger than 7 years of age.
Certificate of Analysis
- Description
A white or, crystalline Odourless powder.
Result
White odourless powder.
- Identification by HCL
When moistened with HCL impart an intense crimson flame
Result
Complies
- Identification By Ethanol
The residual dissolves in 3 ml of Ethanol
Result
Complies
- Identification By Carbonates
The reaction A of carbonates
Result
Complies
Immediately causes a white precipitate to form
Result
Complies
- Solubility
Slightly soluble in water, practically insoluble in ethanol
Result
Complies
- Appearance of solution
The solution is clear and colour less
Result
Complies
- Arsenic
NMT 2 ppm
Result
Complies
- Calcium & magnesium
No turbidity or precipices is produced on standing for 5 min
Result
Complies
- Iron
NMT 20 PPM
Result
Complies
- Sulphate
NMT 200 PPM
Result
Complies
- Chloride
NMT 250 PPM
Result
Complies
- Heavy metal
NMT 20 PPM
Result
Complies
- Potassium
NMT 500 PPM
Result
Complies
- Sodium
NMT 500 PPM
Result
Complies
- Loss on drying
NMT 1 %
Result
0.45 %
- Assay
NLT 98.5 & NMT 100.5 %
Result
99.49 %
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1 – Chemical Product
Product Identifier
Lithium Carbonate
MSDS Prepared By
R&D Department
Section 2 – Composition / Information Of Ingredients
Product Name
Lithium Carbonate
Molecular Formula
Li2CO3
Molecular Weight
73.89 g/mol
CAS Number
554-13-2
Section 3 – HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard statement(s)
H302
Harmful if swallowed.
H319
Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statement(s)
P264
Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280
Wear eye protection/ face protection.
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED
Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists
Get medical advice/ attention.
Supplemental Hazard Statements
None
Section 4 – FIRST AID
General Advice
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Eye Contact
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Skin Contact
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
Inhalation
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Swallowed
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.
Section 5 – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment. Unsuitable extinguishing media for this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Nature of decomposition products not known. Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Advice for Fire Fighters
In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Further Information
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
Section 6 – ACCIDENT RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective equipment & Emergency Procedures
Advice for non-emergency personnel: Avoid inhalation of dusts. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures.
Environmental Precautions
Do not let product enter drains.
Section 7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precaution
For safe handling for precautions see Section 3.
Safe Storage
Including any incompatibilities Storage conditions Tightly closed. Dry. Store at + 15°C to + 25°C.
Section 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye/face protection Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Wear safety glasses.
Skin Protection
This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use.
Body Protection
Protective Clothing.
Respiratory Protection
Required when dust is generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system.
Control of Environmental Exposure
Do not let the product enter drains.
Section 9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
White Powder
Odor
None
Melting Point
722°C
pH
9-11
Section 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
N/A
Chemical Stability
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
Possibility of Hazardous reactions
N/A
Conditions to avoid
N/A
Section 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data Available
Section 12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Persistence & Degradability
The methods for determining the biological degradability are not applicable to inorganic substances.
Bioaccumulative Potential
No data available
Mobility in soil
No data available
Other adverse effects biological effects
Harmful effect due to pH shift. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Section 13 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Waste Treatment Methods
No Data Available.
Section 14 – TRANSPORT INFORMATION
General Information
Not considered hazardous when handling.
Section 15 – REGULATORY INFORMATION
No data Available
Section 16 – OTHER INFORMATION
Global Pharma provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product.
Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose.
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