Lithium tetrafluoroborate

Agent Name
Lithium tetrafluoroborate
CAS Number
14283-07-9
Formula
B-F4.Li
Major Category
Metals
Lithium tetrafluoroborate formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Borate(1-), tetrafluoro-, lithium; Lithium tetrafluoroborate, anhydrous; [ChemIDplus] Lithium fluoroboride; Lithium fluoborate; [Merck Index] UN3260
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
White hygroscopic solid; [Merck Index] Off-white odorless powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as a catalyst (organic synthesis) and electrolyte (lithium ion batteries); [Merck Index]
Comments
Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; Harmful by ingestion and skin absorption; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "Potassium tetrafluoroborate."
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Exposure Assessment

Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s."

Adverse Effects

Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Processes

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