Lithium chromate

Agent Name
Lithium chromate
CAS Number
14307-35-8
Formula
Cr-O4.2Li
Major Category
Metals
Lithium chromate formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Chromic acid, dilithium salt; Chromic acid (H2CrO4), dilithium salt; Chromium lithium oxide; Chromium lithium oxide (CrLi2O4); Dilithium chromate; Dilithium chromate (Li2CrO4); Lithium chromate (Li2CrO4); Lithium chromate(VI); Lithium chromium oxide (Li2CrO4); [ChemIDplus] UN1479
Category
Chromium Compounds, Inorganic
Description
Dihydrate: Yellow deliquescent solid; Very soluble in water; [Merck Index] Yellow crystals; Soluble in water; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as a corrosion inhibitor (water cooled atomic reactors, air conditioners, and antifreezes), low-temperature heat transfer medium, and oxidizing agent; [HSDB]
Comments
A strong oxidizing agent; Corrosive effects to skin and mucous membranes; Causes lacrimation; Ingestion can cause damage to liver and kidneys; [CAMEO] See "Lithium." See "Chromium" and linked occupational diseases.
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

Skin Designation (ACGIH)
Yes
TLV (ACGIH)
0.0001 mg/m3, as Cr(VI), inhalable particulate matter
STEL (ACGIH)
0.0005 mg/m3, as Cr(VI), inhalable particulate matter
PEL (OSHA)
0.005 mg/m3, as Cr(VI)
MAK
0.2 mg/m3, inhalable fraction, as Li
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Oxidizing solid, n.o.s."

Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Asthma
Yes
Lachrymator
Yes
Neurotoxin
Other CNS neurotoxin
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Nephrotoxin
Yes
Reproductive Toxin
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
IARC Carcinogen
Established
ACGIH Carcinogen
Confirmed Human

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: