Container containing fluorinated organic carbonates

The invention provides a container containing a fluorinated organic carbonate and a gas atmosphere which contains argon, xenon or a mixture of both. Fluorinated organic carbonates are highly suitable as solvents or additives for solvent in Li ion batteries and consequently, must be kept in a very pure state even during expanded times of storage. The argon or xenon gas atmosphere prevents the intrusion of air or moisture even if the container is opened and the liquid handled in an environment of common air. The invention also provides for a method of storing fluorinated organic carbonates in a safe manner.