**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 7440-02-0 |Nickel Sphere | 100.0 | 231-111-4 |
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Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases: 40 43
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitization
by skin contact.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation and possible burns.
Skin:
May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes
evident upon re-exposure to this material. May cause severe
irritation and possible burns. May cause dermatitis.
Ingestion:
Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of fumes may cause metal fume fever, which is
characterized by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever,
chills, cough, weakness, chest pain, muscle pain and increased white
blood cell count. Inhalation of a mist of this material may cause
respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause sensitization
dermatitis and possible destruction and/or ulceration. May cause
respiratory tract cancer.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or regular foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Reduce airborne dust and prevent scattering by moistening with
water. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.
Carefully scoop up and place into appropriate disposal container.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 7440-02-0:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 0.5 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 1.5 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 1 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 1 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 1 mg/m3 VME; 1 mg/m3 VME (metal gratings)
Germany: 0.5 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction)
Japan: 1 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 1.5 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction)
Netherlands: 1 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 0.05 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 1 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize
contact with skin.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Solid
Color: Not available.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg @ 1810 C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 2730 deg C @ 760.00mmHg
Freezing/Melting Point: 1455 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 8.9000g/cm3
Molecular Formula: Ni
Molecular Weight: 58.70
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Acids, aluminum, ammonia, ammonium nitrate, bromine pentafluoride,
ethylene + aluminum, dioxane, fluorine, hydrazine, hydrazoic acid,
hydrogen, methanol, nitric acid, nitryl fluoride, organic solvents,
oxidants, phosphorus, potassium perchlorate, selenium, sulfur and
compounds.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Toxic and highly flammable nickel carbonyl.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 7440-02-0: QR5950000 QR6126100 QR6555000 QR7120000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Nickel Sphere -
California: carcinogen, initial date 10/1/89
NTP: Suspect carcinogen
IARC: Group 1 carcinogen (listed as Nickel compounds).
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Other
No information available.
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
USA RQ: CAS# 7440-02-0: 100 lb final RQ (no reporting of releases of this hazard
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases:
R 40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Safety Phrases:
S 22 Do not breathe dust.
S 36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7440-02-0: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 7440-02-0 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7440-02-0 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7440-02-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 12/17/1997 Revision #3 Date: 3/18/2003
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