Lithium diisopropylamide

Agent Name
Lithium diisopropylamide
CAS Number
4111-54-0
Formula
C6-H15-N.Li
Major Category
Metals
Lithium diisopropylamide formula graphical representation
Synonyms
2-Propanamine, N-(1-methylethyl)-, lithium salt; [ChemIDplus] Diisopropylamine lithium salt; LDA; Lithiodiisopropylamine; [Merck Index] UN3393
Category
Organic Compounds, Metal Salts
Description
Solid; [Merck Index]
Sources/Uses
Used as a pH adjuster (perfumes) and in organic synthesis; [Merck Index]
Comments
Pyrophoric; Reacts with water evolving flammable gases that may spontaneously ignite; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; Possible teratogen; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Diisopropylamine."
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Exposure Assessment

Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Organometallic substance, solid, pyrophoric, water-reactive."

Adverse Effects

Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns

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