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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Permalloy 80 Nickel-iron alloy, hy-mu, mu-m etal
Trade Name: Synonyms:
II HAZAR DOUS INGRED IENTS
Range % OSHA/PEL ACGIH/TLV
mg /m 3 mg /m 3
Material CAS# by Weight
1.0 m g/m 3 1.5 m g/m 3
Nickel 7440-0 2-0 50-99
10 m g/m 3 5 m g/m 3
Iron 7439-8 9-6 0-50
1 m g/m 3 0.5 m g/m 3
Chromium 7440-4 7-3 0-50
15 m g/m 3 10 m g/m 3
Molybdenum 7439-9 8-7 0-30
1 m g/m 3 (dust); 0.1 m g/m 3 (fume) 1 m g/m 3
Copper 7440-5 0-8 0-6
III PHYSICAL DATA
2595 oC 1315-1430 oC
Boiling Point 760 mm Hg: Melting Point:
8.75 N/A
Specific Gravity: Vapo r Density:
None Insoluble
% Volatiles by Volume: Solubility in H 2O:
Od orless m etallic solid
Appearance and Odor:
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION H AZARDS DATA
Flash Point (Method used): N/A Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Flam mab le Limits: Upper: N/A Lower: N/A
Extingu ishing Media: Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding material and type of fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters must wear full face, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: None
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).
Iron com pound s have varying toxicity. Som e iron com pound s are suspected carcinogens. In general, ferrous comp ounds are
more toxic than ferric compou nds. Acute exposure to excessive levels of ferrous compoun ds can cause liver and kidney damage,
altered respiratory rates and convulsions. (Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, eighth edition)
Molybdenum dust and fumes (formed above 400 oC) ca n cau se irritation of the eyes, nose , throat, and respira tory tract.
Aside from isolated reports in the Russian literature suggesting an association between molybdenum exposure and pulmonary and
joint disorders (gout-like condition), there are no recognized lon g term effects attributed to industrial exposure to molyb denum . In
general, molybdenum and its compounds are considered to be of low toxicity.
Chrom ium is a con firmed hum an ca rcino gen with experim ental tu mo rigen ic data. Also a huma n po ison b y ing estion with
gastrointestinal effec ts.
In animals, inhalation of copper dust has caused hemolysis of the red blood cells, deposition of hemofuscin in the liver and
pan creas, and injury to the lu ng cells; injectio n of the dust has caused cirrhosis of the liver an d pancreas, and a co ndition closely
resembling hem ochrom atosis or bronzed diabetes (Sax, Dang erous Properties of Industrial Materials, eighth edition).
Acute E ffects:
Inhalation: Inhalation o f fum es ma y cause metal fume fever w ith sym ptom s of fever, ch ills and chest tightne ss. Inhalation o f dust
ma y irritate th e respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Ingestion m ay irritate the stom ach an d intestines.
Skin : Mechan ical irritation of the skin may occur.
Eye: Mechan ical irritation of the eyes may occur.
Carcino genicity: This alloy contains materials which have been identified as a known or suspected carcinogen by IARC or OSHA.
EMERG ENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, administer oxygen and call a physician.
INGESTION: Call a physician.
SK IN: Remov e any contam inated clothing, brush material off of skin, wash carefully with soap and w ater.
EYE: Flush w ith copiou s amo unts of w ater for 15 minu tes.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Co nditio ns to Av oid: N/A
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): N/A
Haz ardous D ecomposition Produc ts: At temperatures above the melting point metallic oxide fume may be formed.
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur.
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROC EDURES
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: For solid forms of the material no special steps necessary. For
processes that produce dust, wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in Section VIII-Special Protection
Information. Isolate spill area, provide ventilation and extinguish sources of ignition. Vacuum up spill using a high efficiency
particulate absolute (H EPA) air filter and place in a closed container fo r proper d isposal. Tak e care not to raise dust.
Waste Disposal Method: In accord ance w ith Loca l, State and Federal regu lations.
VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection: Not required. If fumes exceed limits use NIO SH/M SHA approved respirator.
Ventilation Req uirements: General ventilation is adequate. Local exhaust ventilation is recommended w here fumes may exceed
TLV's.
Gloves: Not required
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Eye Protection: Not required
Other Clothing/Equipment: None
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to Be Taken in Storage and Handling: No spe cial hand ling/storage requirem ents.
Wo rk Practices: Implement engineering and work practice controls to reduce and maintain concentration of exposure. Use good
housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. Do not
blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air. Maintain eyewash capable of sustained flushing, safety drench shower and
facilities for washing.
HM IS Ratings: Hea lth: 1 Flam mab ility: 0 Reactivity: 0
TSCA: Permalloy 80 is not listed on the TSCA inventory. All of the constituent ingredients of this alloy are listed separately, and are
flagged 'XU', indicating a substance exempt from reporting under the Inventory Update Rule, i.e., Partial Updating of the TSCA
Inventory D ata Base production and Site R epo rts (40 CFR 710 (B)).
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 be used only as a gu ide.
ESPI shall not be held liab le for any d am ages resultin g from h and ling o r from contact with the abov e pro duc t.
Issued by: S. Dierks
Date: May 2002
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