Lithium azide (Li(N3)) cas no:19597-69-4

NameLithium azide (Li(N3))
CAS19597-69-4
SynonymsLithiumazide (6CI,7CI,8CI)
EINECS(EC#)243-177-1
Molecular FormulaLiN3
Molecular Weight48.96

Hazardclass4.1

Hazard T+: Very toxic;
Risk 26/27/28-32
Safety

Safety Information of Lithium azide (CAS NO. 19597-69-4):
Hazard Codes: T+ 
Risk Statements: 26/27/28-32
R26/27/28:Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
R32:Contact with acid liberates very toxic gas
Safety Statements: 23-36/37/39-45
S23:Do not breathe vapour
S36/37/39:Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
S45:In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.)
RIDADR: UN 3287 6.1/PG 2
HazardClass: 4.1
The moist or dry salt explodes when heated to 115-298°C. Forms very shock-sensitive explosive mixtures with alkyl nitrates or dimethylformamide above 200°C. Incompatible with CS₂. When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of Li₂O and NO_x. See also AZIDES and LITHIUM COMPOUNDS.