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Lithium tetrafluoroborate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Lithium tetrafluoroborate is extensively utilized as an electrolyte in primary and secondary cells. It is used in rechargeable Li ion batteries. The electrolytes are non aqueous solutions of lithium tetrafluoroborate in the organic media.
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Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 293°C to 300°C (decomposition) |
Color | White |
Physical Form | Powder |
Quantity | 50 g |
Linear Formula | LiBF4 |
UN Number | UN3260 |
Merck Index | 14,5543 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water and tetrahydrofuran. Slightly soluble is diethyl ether. |
Formula Weight | 93.75 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
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Safety and Handling
- Warning
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H341-Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
RUO – Research Use Only
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