MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: NICKEL HYDROXYCARBONATE POWDER
PRODUCT CODE: 116557
MANUFACTURING LOCATION:
OMG AMERICAS, INC. DATE REVISED: 05/16/2008
TWO MILE RUN ROAD DATE PRINTED: 05/16/2008
VENANGO COUNTY, FRANKLIN, PA 16323
PLANT TELEPHONE NUMBER: 814-432-2125
CUSTOMER SERVICE, R&D AND SALES: 440-899-2950
CHEMICAL FAMILY/USE: Inorganic salt
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CONTACT:
CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300 (24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK)
OUTSIDE THE US: + (703)-527-3887 (COLLECT CALLS ACCEPTED)
HMIS:
HEALTH: 1*
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION: E
*Chronic health hazard
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Light green powder. Causes allergic contact dermatitis. Human carcinogen of the paranasal
sinuses and lungs. Irritating to the eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause occupational
asthma, both immediate and delayed onset.
EYE CONTACT: May cause eye irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause an allergic contact dermatitis which by definition requires prior nickel exposure.
Does not cause immediate irritant contact dermatitis. Because nickel exposure is common in
the non-occupational environment, a prior workplace is not necessary for allergic dermatitis
to develop. Once established, skin sensitization to nickel is permanent.
INHALATION: Inhalation is the route of exposure associated with being "carcinogenic to humans." See
Section 11, Toxicological Information. May cause irritation to the nose and paranasal sinuses.
Asthma is unlikely, but possible.
INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed.
NICKEL HYDROXYCARBONATE POWDER PRODUCT CODE: 116557
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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL NAME PERCENT ACGIH TLV: ACGIH STEL: OSHA PEL: OSHA STEL: Units that the
TWAs and STELs
are in:
mg/m3
Nickel Carbonate Hydroxide 100 0.1** NE 1 NE
12607-70-4
**For Nickel, Soluble compounds, as Ni
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES:
Flush immediately with large amounts of water and continue flushing for 15 minutes or until irritation subsides, whichever is longer.
SKIN:
Remove victim from contaminated area. Wash immediately and thoroughly with soap or mild detergent and water. Remove and
isolate contaminated clothing, jewelry, and shoes. Gently brush away excess solid contaminate. Consult a physician if irritation
persists.
INHALATION:
Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. If indicated, a qualified pre-hospital medical provider (such as a first responder or
EMT) may give oxygen. Contact a physician.
INGESTION:
Give large amounts of water to drink if person is completely conscious. Get medical attention as a precaution.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED:
Chronic respiratory and skin diseases may be aggravated by exposure to this material.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT (掳 F) Not Applicable
OSHA FLAMMABILITY CLASSIFICATION:
Not Applicable.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Not applicable. Product does not burn.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, when large quantities are involved.
EXPLOSION LIMITS IN AIR - LOWER (%) Unknown
EXPLOSION LIMITS IN AIR - UPPER (%) Unknown
AUTOIGNITION TEMP (掳 F) Unknown
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
High concentrations of dust may present a dust explosion hazard.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
ACTION TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
The spill should first be contained and the area should be cleaned by wet-sweeping or vacuum cleaning (HEPA filter). Minimize the
creation of dust. Approved NIOSH respirator for dust should be worn.
ADDITIONAL ACTION IF MATERIAL IS SPILLED ONTO SURFACE WATER BODIES:
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Prop 65) prohibits contaminating any known source of
drinking water with substances known to cause cancer and/or reproductive toxicity.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING:
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing dust. Use only with adequate ventilation. Always use gloves and safety glasses
when opening/emptying containers or processing this material. Do not eat or drink in work area. Wash in soap and water after
exposure to any dust.
NICKEL HYDROXYCARBONATE POWDER PRODUCT CODE: 116557
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
STORAGE:
Partly used containers should be sealed. This material should be stored in sealed containers to avoid dampness and dust.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Proper ventilation should be installed in order to maintain nickel dust concentration in the air below the occupational exposure limits.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION EQUIPMENT:
Use NIOSH approved respiratory protection where airborne level exceeds appropriate occupational exposure limit.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES:
Gloves, rubber or impervious coating.
EYE AND FACE PROTECTION:
Wear safety glasses or face shield in operations that do scatter fine particles in the air.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.
VENTILATION:
Use local exhaust ventilation directed towards the source of dust and which is adequate to limit personal exposure to levels which do
not exceed the PEL or TLV. If such equipment is not available use respirators as specified above.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Range/Point Unknown
Vapor Pressure Not Applicable
Vapor Density (AIR=1) Not Applicable
Freezing Point Unknown
Melting Point Unknown
Physical State Powder
Color Light Green
% Volatile by Weight Not Applicable
%Volatile by Volume Not Applicable
Evaporation Rate ( Butyl Acetate=1) Not Applicable
Specific Gravity @ 25掳C 0.5 g per cubic centimeter
Weight per gallon 4.1 lbs.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY:
Stable.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur.
HAZARDOUS THERMAL DECOMPOSITION/COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
Toxic fumes of nickel oxide.
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID):
Contact with acids can cause foaming.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Avoid dust generation.
NICKEL HYDROXYCARBONATE POWDER PRODUCT CODE: 116557
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICITY DATA:
Refer to the most recent assessment by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). This organization's website is
www.iarc.fr. Nickel compounds are found in Volume 49 of the monographs. Nickel compounds are classified as Group 1 meaning
"carcinogenic to humans" for paranasal and lung cancer.
The National Toxicology Program (NTP) has classified Nickel Compounds as "Known to Human Carcinogens", based on sufficient
evidence of carcinogenicity from studies in humans, including epidemiological and mechanistic information, which indicates a casual
relationship between exposure to nickel compounds and cancer. Refer to the NTP 10th Report on Carcinogens on the organization's
website, http://ntp-server.niehs.nih.gov.
Causes allergic contact dermatitis. As many as 15% of women and 5% of men in the general population with no history of
occupational nickel exposure may be sensitized to nickel based on patch testing. Non-occupational exposure to nickel resulting in
contact dermatitis has occurred from jewelry, white gold, metal clothing fasteners, wrist watches, and dental prostheses. Nickel
sensitization is permanent. A "nickel itch" may proceed a rash by up to seven days. The rash may take many forms, but typically a
papular erythema appears first on the hands, which spread later to the exposed areas on the arms. More chronic forms of nickel
contact dermatitis appear similar to atopic dermatitis or neurodermatitis. Eruptions that are distant from the site of contact have been
described.
ACUTE ORAL LD50: No data at this time.
ACUTE DERMAL LD50: No data at this time.
ACUTE INHALATION LC50: No data at this time.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
No data at this time.
CHEMICAL FATE INFORMATION:
No data at this time.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHOD:
Disposal should be made in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT SHIPPING NAME: Not Regulated
DOT HAZARD CLASS: None
UN/NA NUMBER: None
DOT PACKING GROUP: None
EXCEPTION: 172.102 (c) Special Provision 146: This material may be shipped as a Class 9,
Environmentally Hazardous Substance because it has been designated as such by the
European authority
AIR TRANSPORTATION: Not Regulated
OCEAN TRANSPORTATION: Not Regulated
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA STATUS:
This product is listed on the US TSCA Inventory.
TSCA 12(b) EXPORT NOTIFICATION:
No components of this product are subject to TSCA 12(b) export notification requirements.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
This material may contain the following chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects and are
subject to the requirements of California Proposition 65:
Nickel Compounds Cancer
SARA 302 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE LIST:
This product does not contain greater than 1.0% of any chemical substance on the SARA Extremely Hazardous Substance List.
NICKEL HYDROXYCARBONATE POWDER PRODUCT CODE: 116557
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CLEAN AIR ACT S112 HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS:
Nickel Compounds.
SARA (311, 312) HAZARD CLASS:
Acute health hazard. Chronic health hazard.
SARA SECTION 313 TOXIC CHEMICALS:
Nickel Compounds 100%
AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES:
This product is listed on the Australian Core Inventory of Chemical Substances (ACOIN).
CANADIAN INVENTORY:
This product is listed on the Domestic Substance List (DSL).
EINECS REGULATIONS:
This product is listed on the European Existing Chemical Substance Inventory (EINECS).
JAPAN:
Unknown at this time.
KOREAN CHEMICAL INVENTORY:
This product is listed on the Korean List of Existing Chemical Substances (ECL).
PHILIPPINE INVENTORY:
This product is listed on the Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS).
CHINESE INVENTORY:
This product is listed on the Chinese Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
DISCLAIMER OF EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES:
The information in this document is believed to be correct as of the date issued. However, no warranty of merchantability, fitness for
any particular purpose, or any other warranty is expressed or is to be implied regarding the accuracy or completeness of this
information, the results to be obtained from the use of this information or the product, the safety of this product, or the hazards related
to its use. This information and product are furnished on the condition that the person receiving them shall make his own
determination as to the suitability of the product for his particular purpose and on the condition that he assume the risk of his use
thereof.
17. LABEL INFORMATION
SIGNAL WORD: CAUTION
TARGET ORGANS:
Causes allergic contact dermatitis. Human carcinogen of the paranasal sinuses and lungs. Irritating to the eyes, respiratory system and
skin. May cause occupational asthma, both immediate and delayed onset.
CANCER HAZARD (contains nickel carbonate hydroxide which) can cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of
exposure.
EYES:
Flush immediately with large amounts of water and continue flushing for 15 minutes or until irritation subsides, whichever is longer.
SKIN:
Remove victim from contaminated area. Wash immediately and thoroughly with soap or mild detergent and water. Remove and
isolate contaminated clothing, jewelry, and shoes. Gently brush away excess solid contaminate. Consult a physician if irritation
persists.
INHALATION:
Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. If indicated, a qualified pre-hospital medical provider (such as a first responder or
EMT) may give oxygen. Contact a physician.
INGESTION:
Give large amounts of water to drink if person is completely conscious. Get medical attention as a precaution.
HANDLING:
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing the dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Always use an approved respirator for
dust, gloves and safety glasses when opening/emptying containers or processing this material. Do not eat or drink in work area. Wash
in soap and water after exposure to any dust.
NICKEL HYDROXYCARBONATE POWDER PRODUCT CODE: 116557
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17. LABEL INFORMATION
STORAGE:
Partly used containers should be sealed. This material should be stored in sealed containers to avoid dampness and dust.
ACTION TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
The spill should first be contained and the area should be cleaned by wet-sweeping or vacuum cleaning (HEPA filter). Minimize the
creation of dust. Approved NIOSH respirator for dust should be worn.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Not applicable. Product does not burn.
NICKEL HYDROXYCARBONATE POWDER PRODUCT CODE: 116557
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