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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Nickel Metallic Element
Trade Name: Chem ical Nature:
Ni 7440-0 2-0
Form ula: CAS #:
II HAZAR DOUS INGRED IENTS
Haz ardous C omp onents % OSHA/PEL ACGIH/TLV
1.0 m g/m 3 1.5 m g/m 3
Nickel 0-100
III PHYSICAL DATA
2730 oC 1453 oC
Boiling Point 760 mm Hg: Melting Point:
8.9 g/cm 3 Insoluble
Specific Gravity: Solubility in H 2O:
N/A N/A
Vapor Pressure: Vapo r Density:
Silvery grey m etal, no odor.
Appearance and Odor:
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION H AZARDS DATA
Flash Point (Method used): N/A N/A
Autoignition Temperature:
Flam mab le Limits: Upper: N/A Lower: N/A
Extingu ishing Media: Non-flammable in form of metal pieces, wire or foil. If involved in a fire use dry sand, dry ground Dolomite,
dry ch emical extinguishing ag ents.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: If involved in a fire wear NIOSH/MSH A approved self-contained breathing apparatus, flame
and chemical resistant protective clothing, hat, gloves and boots. If without risk move m aterial out of fire area.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard: Flammable only in dust or powder form.
V HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Effects of Exposure:
Under normal handling and use, exposure to massive forms of nickel presents few health hazards. If, however, massive
form s are co nve rted to particu lates, then bo th acu te and chro nic health h azard s are possible. Nickel is a confirmed ca rcino gen with
exp erim ental carcinoge nic, neop lastigen ic, tum origenic a nd teratog enic d ata. Po ison b y ing estion, intratrac heal, intraperiton eal,
subcutan eou s and intraveno us routes. A n experim ental teratog en. Ingestion of solub le salts cau ses nausea, vom iting an d diarrhea.
Hyp ersensitivity to nickel is common and can cau se allergic contact dermatitis, pulmonary asthm a, conjunctivitis and inflamm atory
reactions around nickel containing m edical implants and prosthesis (Sax, Dangerou s Properties of Industrial Materials, eighth edition).
Acute E ffects:
Inhalation: Rare cases o f asthm a hav e bee n rep orted in individu als exp osed to som e form s of particulates containing n ickel,
particularly in the nickel sulfate fo rm. Respiratory sensitization is possible in su sceptible individuals.
Ingestion: This is not a normal route of entry. Nickel has a low oral toxicity.
Skin : Prolo nge d exposure to nickel may ca use contact derma titis or other allerg ic reactions, especially in sensitive indiv iduals.
Althoug h contact w ith m assive form s of nickel could cause derma titis it is the finer p ow ders w hich are the ma in hazard, especially in
assoc iation w ith a m oist environm ent.
Eye: Particulates contain ing nick el may cause irritation du e to mechan ical effects.
Carcino genicity: NTP: Yes IARC: Yes OSHA: Yes NIOSH : No
EMERG ENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing does not improve, administer oxygen and contact a physician.
INGESTION: If large amounts are ingested, induce vomiting only if conscious and contact a physician.
SK IN: Wash off contaminated areas with water or remove contaminated clothing and shower. Contaminated clothing should be
washed before reuse. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with the skin.
EYE: Irrigate with copious am ounts of water fo r at least 15 m inutes.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Co nditio ns to Av oid: None
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Reacts with strong acids to prod uce hy drog en gas.
Hazardous D ecomposition Procedures: Nickel w ill dissolve in min eral acids and strong oxidizers. Contact with ac ids will release
hydrogen gas which is flamm able and explosive.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROC EDURES
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Prolonged or repeated direct skin contact should be avoided if sensitive
to nickel. In such circumstances, the use of gloves is recommended. Powder spills should be cleaned up either wet or dry. In the
latter case, masks should be worn. If vacuums are used, they should be equipped with a high efficiency particulate air-purifying
(HEP A) filter.
Waste Disposal Method: In accord ance w ith all applicable Fe deral, State, and Loca l regulations.
VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH/M SHA -appro ved d ust and fu me, respirator should be u sed w hen ex posure excee ds TL V鈥檚.
Ventilation: Local exhaust ventilation should be utilized when welding, burning, sawing, brazing, grinding or machining when
expo sure exc eeds T LV 鈥檚.
Protective Gloves: Leather or rubber gloves
Eye Protection: Safety goggles
Other Protective Equipment: Lab coats a nd aprons or coveralls. Cove ralls sho uld b e used preferably fo r one day if exposed to
particulates, then washed before reuse.
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage: Nickel metal should be stored in covered containers to avoid contamination
because of dampness and dust. Partly used containers should be recovered. In welding, precautions should be taken for airborne
contaminants which may originate from compo nents of the welding rod. Arc or spark generated when welding or burning could be a
source of ignition fo r com bustible and flam mable m aterials.
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Wo rk Practices: Always use gloves to avo id prolonged o r repeated direct skin contact. If particulates containing nickel are
encountered, then approved respirators with a HEPA filter are recommended. Wash in soap and water after exposure to any
particulates. Do not eat or drink in work area.
The abo ve inform ation is believ ed to be co rrect, but do es no t purp ort to b e all inclu sive an d sha ll only be used as a gu ide.
ESPI shall not be held liab le for any d am age resulting from h and ling o r from contact with the abov e pro duc t.
Issued by: S. Dierks
Dated: November 2001
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