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1. Chemical Product and Contact Information Issued: 11/19/07
Nickel Boat Liner
Product Name: Part Number:
782-059
LECO Corporation
3000 Lakeview
St. Joseph, Michigan 49085
Information: 269-983-5531
Chemtrec: 800-424-9300 (Chemtrec Int'l: 703-527-3887)
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
OSHA ACGIH Typical %
Component CAS No. PEL (mg/m3) TLV (mg/m3) by Weight
Nickel plus Cobalt 7440-02-0 1.0 1.0 > 99.0
Carbon 7440-44-0 3.5 3.5 < 0.15
Iron (CAS for 1309-37-1 5 (TWA) 5 (TWA)
< 0.40
Iron Oxide Fume)
Manganese 7439-96-5 C5 C5 < 0.35
Silicon 7440-21-3 Not estab. 15 < 0.35
3. Hazard Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
No unusual spill hazard, possible fire hazard. Fumes and gases pose serious health risk; possibility of formation of nickel
carbonyl, an extremely toxic gas. Odorless silver-grey metal or very fine grey powder.
Potential Health Effects
EYES: May produce irritation, particularly on the inner surfaces of the eyelids.
SKIN: May be irritating.
INHALATION: Nickel fumes and dust are respiratory irritants and may cause a severe pneumonitis. No acute
respiratory reaction or conclusive chronic effects from overexposure to Ni metal have been observed, but proper
industrial hygiene requires maintenance of working atmosphere at concentrations below the recommended TLV.
INGESTION: Low oral toxicity.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED: Individuals who have had allergic reaction or sensitivity to metals such as
chrome, copper, cobalt and nickel may encounter skin rash or dermatitis if skin contact with this product occurs.
Persons with impaired pulmonary function, airway diseases and conditions such as asthma, emphysema, chronic
bronchitis, etc. may incur further disability if excessive concentrations of dust or fume are inhaled.
CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE: Adverse effects may result from long time exposure to welding fume, gases or dusts.
These effects may include skin sensitization, neurological damage, and respiratory disease such as bronchial asthma,
lung fibrosis or pneumoconiosis.
ACUTE OVEREXPOSURE: Metallic taste; nausea; tightness of chest; fever; irritation of eyes, nose, throat and skin;
loss of consciousness/death due to welding gases or lack of oxygen.
CARCINOGENICITY: IARC and OSHA both identify nickel as a possible carcinogen.
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4. First Aid Measures
EYES: Dust or powder should be flushed from the eyes with copious amounts of clean water for at
least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention. Contact lenses should not be worn if
working with metal dusts and powders.
SKIN: Skin cuts and abrasions can be treated by standard first aid. Remove contaminated clothing.
Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water. Seek immediate medical attention.
INHALATION: Breathing difficulty caused by inhalation of dust or fume requires removal to fresh
air. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration and seek immediate medical attention.
INGESTION: Swallowing metal powder/dust can be treated by having the affected person swallow
large amounts of water and attempting to induce vomiting if conscious. NEVER INDUCE
VOMITING TO AN UNCONSCIOUS INDIVIDUAL! Seek immediate medical attention.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES: Non-combustible.
Flash Point: None. Method Used: Not applicable.
Flammable Limits (% by Volume in Air):
Lower: None. Upper: None.
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Fumes and gases from welding and high temperature cutting cannot be
classified simply. The composition and quantity of both depend on the metal being welded, the process, procedures,
and electrodes used. The constituents of the fume are generally different from the ingredients listed in Section 2 and
may include oxides of the metals, chromates, fluorides, and complex metallics. The gases may include carbon
monoxide, ozone, and oxides of nitrogen. Chlorinated solvents may be decomposed by the arc into toxic gases such
as phosgene. The following exposure limits apply to those fumes and gases which may be found in the welding or
high temperature cutting environment.
Substance OSHA PEL (mg/m3) ACGIH TLV (mg/m3)
Aluminum Fume (Al) None 5.0
Carbon Monoxide (CO) 50 ppm 50 ppm
Chromium (Chromates) 0.1 0.05
Cobalt Fume (Co) 0.1 0.05
Copper Fume (Cu) 0.1 0.2
Fluorides (as F) 2.5 2.5
Iron Oxide Fume (as Fe) 10.0 5.0
Manganese Fume (Mn) C5.0 1.0
Molybdenum (soluble) (Mo) 5.0 5.0
Nickel (soluble) (Ni) 1.0 0.1
Nitrogen Dioxides (NO2) C5.0 ppm 3.0 ppm
Ozone (O3) 0.1 ppm 0.1 ppm
Phosgene (COCl2) 0.1 ppm 0.1 ppm
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding fire. To
extinguish a metal powder fire use dry sand, dry graphite or other class "D" fire extinguishing
powder.
FIREFIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: This alloy is noncombustible. However, welding arcs and
sparks can ignite flammable liquids and vapors and combustible solids. If this material is
reduced to powder form, caution must be used to prevent fire or explosion. Wear
NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing apparatus.
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6. Accidental Release Measures
SMALL/LARGE SPILL: In solid form this material poses no special clean-up problems. If this
material is in powder or dust form, clean-up should be conducted with a vacuum system utilizing
a high efficiency particulate air filtration system. Caution should be taken to minimize airborne
generation of powder or dust and avoid contamination of air and water. Properly label all
materials collected in waste container.
7. Handling and Storage
HANDLING: Nickel powder should be handled in tightly closed containers. Wash skin thoroughly
after handling.
STORAGE: Nickel powder should be stores in tightly closed containers. Store in a dry area. Do
not store near acids. Fine metal powder should be kept away from flames and sources of
ignition. Keep container closed.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Local exhaust recommended when cutting, grinding or welding.
Mechanical ventilation for high concentrations. Ventilation in general should be in accordance
with 29 CFR 1910.1200.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: In an environment where the "Airborne contaminant
concentration" of nickel is greater than 1.0 mg/m3 of air use Wilson Type 1211 respirator or
other NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator. Lung function tests are recommended for users of
negative pressure devices.
SKIN AND HAND PROTECTION: NIOSH/MSHA approved rubber gloves. Do not expose skin.
EYE AND FACE PROTECTION: NIOSH/MSHA approved goggles/face mask. Select welding
lens shade from AWS publication F2.2.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: For high concentrations of nickel powder it is strongly
recommended to use self-contained breathing apparatus for safety. Eyewash station capable of
sustained flushing. Eye protection and protective clothing are required when cutting, grinding or
welding.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
APPEARANCE: Silver-grey metal or very fine grey powder.
BOILING POINT: 4950掳 F. (2732掳 C.)
FREEZE-MELT POINT: 2647掳 F. (1453掳 C.)
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm): Not applicable.
VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1): Not applicable
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Negligible.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 8.9
pH: Not available.
ODOR: None.
PERCENT VOLATILES: Not available.
EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate = 1): Not available.
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10. Stability and Reactivity
CHEMICAL STABILITY (CONDITIONS TO AVOID): Stable.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Mineral acids and oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Evolved hydrogen may become an explosion
hazard. Under special conditions nickel can react with carbon monoxide in reducing
atmospheres to form nickel carbonyl, an extremely toxic gas. Various metals/metal oxides may
be generated from melting or dross handling operations. Refer to Sections 2 and 5 for exposure
limits.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: None.
11. Toxicological Information
Not available.
12. Ecological Information
In solid form this material poses no special environmental problems. Metal powders or dusts may
have significant impact on air and water quality.
13. Disposal Consideration
Consult federal, state & local authorities for proper disposal procedures.
14. Transportation Information
U.S.A. DOT: Not regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
TSCA STATUS: On Toxic Substance Control Inventory.
CERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY: Nickel, 100 lbs.
SARA TITLE III:
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: None.
Section 311/312 Hazardous Categories: Chronic, Acute.
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: None.
RCRA STATUS: Not available
CANADIAN REGULATIONS:
WHMIS: D2A
16. Other Information
Prepared By:
Jason Whitt
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Information herein is given in good faith as authoritative and valid; however, no warranty, expressed or implied can be
made.
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