MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Date of Last Revision: 10/16/96
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SECTION 1
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
CHEMICAL NAME(S) AND SYNONYM(S): Nickel FORMULA: Ni
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Metal CHEM. ABSTRACT NO.: 7440-02-0
TSCA: Product is listed. CAL. MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 58.69
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SECTION 2
INGREDIENTS/SUMMARY OF HAZARDS
INGREDIENT(S) CAS # % TLV OSHA PEL
Nickel 7440-02-0 99 1.0mg/m3 1.0 mg/M3
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SECTION 3
PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT (oC) : 2730 DENSITY (gm/cc): NA
1mm @ 1810oC
VAPOR PRESSURE: % VOLATILE BY VOLUME: NA
REACTION WITH WATER: None EVAPORATION RATE: NA
MELTING POINT (oC):
SOLUBILITY WITH WATER: Insoluble 1455
APPEARANCE/ODOR: Silvery-white, hard, malleable and ductile metal.
Odorless
OTHER:
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SECTION 4
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASHPOINT/METHOD: NA
AUTOIGNITION TEMP (oC): NA
FLAMMABILITY: NO
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: ( ) Water ( ) Foam ( ) Class D Extinguisher
(x) Dry Chemical ( ) CO(2)
(x) Other (specify): Soda Ash or Lime
Extinguishers
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear NIOSH/MSHA approved self-
contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Poisonous gases are produced in
fire, including Nickel Carbonyl.
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SECTION 5
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
HMIS HAZARD RATING:
HEALTH: 3 FLAMMABILITY: 4
REACTIVITY: 4 PERSONAL PROTECTION: X
ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: (x) Inhalation (x) Skin ( ) Eyes ()
Ingestion
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE (acute and chronic)
INHALATION: May cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract.
DERMAL/EYE CONTACT: May cause slight eye irritation. Repeated or
prolonged contact may cause skin irritation.
OTHER (specify): NTP has classified Ni as a Group 2B Carcinogen,
possibly carcinogenic to humans. This classification is used where there
is inadequate evidence in humans and limited evidence in animals. Only
the dust and fumes from the roasting of nickel sulphide ores are
carcinogenic to humans.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Pre-existing lung
disorders.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INGESTION: Induce vomiting. Seek Medical attention. Note: DO NOT make
unconscious person vomit.
INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air. Administer oxygen. Seek
medical attention.
SKIN: Brush material off skin. Wash affected area with soap and water.
EYES: Flush eyes with water for 15 mins. Seek medical attention.
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REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: (x) Stable ( ) Unstable
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO UNSTABILITY: None
INCOMPATIBILITY (materials to avoid):
( ) Water ( ) Combustible materials ( ) Strong bases
( ) Reducing Agents ( ) Strong oxidizing materials ( ) Strong acids
(x) Other (specify): Contact with mineral acids will release hydrogen.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: At temperatures above the melting
point, nickel oxide fumes may be formed.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: ( ) May occur (x) Will not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Nickel is soluble in acids. Contact with mineral
acids liberates hydrogen gas which may form explosive mixtures in air.
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SECTION 7
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Wearing full
protective clothing, isolate the area and insure proper ventilation.
Vacuum up spill and place in a container for proper disposal.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: In accordance with regulations.
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SECTION 8
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: (Specify type) NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator
VENTILATION: LOCAL EXHAUST: Use local exhaust to meet TLV requirements
MECHANICAL (General): NA
SPECIAL: NA
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Recommended
EYE PROTECTION: (x) Safety Glasses with Side Shields
( ) Chemical Workers Dust-Proof Goggles (under dusting
conditions)
( ) Gas-Tight Goggles or Equivalent
( ) Other (specify):
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Maintain sink, safety shower and eyewash
fountain in the work area. Wear full protective clothing at all times.
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SECTION 9
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING: Store in tightly
closed containers in a cool, dry place. Wash hands and face thoroughly
after handling. Nickel should be stored to avoud contact with strong
acids (such as hydrochloric, sulfuric and nitric) since violent
reactions occur. Store away from fluorine, ammonia, phosphorus, sulfur,
selenium, hydrazine and performic acid.
TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS: Not classified
DOT CLASS:
UN NUMBER:
IMCO CLASS:
OTHER:
ND = No Data Found NA = Not Applicable
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other
information gathered by them and should make independent judgement of
suitability of this information to ensure proper use and protect the
health and safety of employees. This information is furnished without
warranty, and any use of the product not in conformance with this
Material Safety Data Sheet, or in combination with any other product or
process, is the responsibility of the user.
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