NILE CHEMICALS

NICKEL SULFATE


1. Product Identification

Synonyms: Nickel (II) sulfate hexahydrate
CAS No.: 7786-81-4 Anhydrous; (10101-97-0 Hexahydrate)
Molecular Weight: 262.88
Chemical Formula: NiSO4 6H2O
Product Codes: 141135

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients

  Ingredient                                CAS No         Percent        Hazardous                                  
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  Nickel Sulfate                            7786-81-4        90 - 100%       Yes

3. Hazards Identification

Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:Causes irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include coughing, sore throat, and shortness of breath. Lung damage may result from a single high exposure or lower repeated exposures. Lung allergy occasionally occurs, with asthma type symptoms.
Ingestion:Toxic. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Absorption is poor, but should it occur, symptoms may include giddiness, capillary damage, myocardial weakness, central nervous system depression, and kidney and liver damage.
Skin Contact:Causes irritation. May cause skin allergy with itching, redness or rash. Some individuals may become sensitized to the substance and suffer "nickel itch", a form of dermatitis.
Eye Contact:Causes irritation, redness, and pain.
Chronic Exposure:Prolonged or repeated exposure to excessive concentrations may affect lungs, liver and kidneys. Chronic exposure to nickel and nickel compounds is associated with cancer.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:Persons with pre-existing skin disorders, impaired respiratory or pulmonary function, or with a history of asthma, allergies, or sensitization to nickel compounds may be at an increased risk upon exposure to this substance.

4. First Aid Measures

Inhalation:Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion:Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:Wipe off excess material from skin then immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Eye Contact:Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Fire:Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Explosion:Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media:Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
Special Information:In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8. 

7. Handling and Storage

Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical damage. Isolate from incompatible substances. Areas in which exposure to nickel metal or soluble nickel compounds may occur should be identified by signs or appropriate means, and access to the area should be limited to authorized persons. Wear special protective equipment (Sec. 8) for maintenance break-in or where exposures may exceed established exposure levels. Wash hands, face, forearms and neck when exiting restricted areas. Shower, dispose of outer clothing, change to clean garments at the end of the day. Avoid cross-contamination of street clothes. Wash hands before eating and do not eat, drink, or smoke in workplace. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Airborne Exposure Limits:-OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL):
soluble Nickel compounds as Ni: 1 mg/m3 (TWA)-ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):
soluble Nickel compounds as Ni: 0.1 mg/m3 (TWA), A4 - Not classifiable as a human carcinogen

Ventilation System:A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practices, most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):If the exposure limit is exceeded and engineering controls are not feasible, a half facepiece particulate respirator (NIOSH type N95 or better filters) may be worn for up to ten times the exposure limit or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest.. A full-face piece particulate respirator (NIOSH type N100 filters) may be worn up to 50 times the exposure limit, or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency, or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. If oil particles (e.g. lubricants, cutting fluids, glycerine, etc.) are present, use a NIOSH type R or P filter. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:Rubber or neoprene gloves and additional protection including impervious boots, apron, or coveralls, as needed in areas of unusual exposure.
Eye Protection:Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing of solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
Other Control Measures:Eating, drinking, and smoking should not be permitted in areas where solids or liquids containing soluble nickel compounds are handled, processed, or stored. NIOSH recommends pre-placement and periodic medical exams, with maintaining of records for all employees exposed to nickel in the workplace.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance:Blue-green crystals.
Odor:Odorless.
Solubility:75.6 g/100 cc water @ 15.5C
Specific Gravity:2.03
pH:ca. 4.5
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):0
Boiling Point:103C (217F) (Loses 6H2O)
Melting Point:100C (212F) Loses water
Vapor Density (Air=1):No information found.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):No information found.
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1):No information found.

10. Stability and Reactivity

Stability:Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage. At 53.3C (128F), the substance undergoes transition to transparent green crystals. Solutions are acidic.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Burning may produce sulfur oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization:Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:Strong acids.
Conditions to Avoid:Incompatibles.

11. Toxicological Information

Oral rat LD50: 264 mg/kg. Investigated as a tumorigen, mutagen, reproductive effector.

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                                         ---NTP Carcinogen---
  Ingredient                             Known    Anticipated    IARC Category
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  Nickel Sulfate (7786-81-4)              No          Yes             1

12. Ecological Information

Environmental Fate:No information found.
Environmental Toxicity:Dangerous to the environment. Very toxic to aquatic organisms; may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

13. Disposal Considerations

Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.

14. Transport Information

Domestic (Land, D.O.T.)
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Proper Shipping Name: RQ, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, SOLID, N.O.S. (NICKEL SULFATE)
Hazard Class: 9
UN/NA: UN3077
Packing Group: III
Information reported for product/size: 100LB

International (Water, I.M.O.)
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Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, SOLID, N.O.S. (NICKEL SULFATE)
Hazard Class: 9
UN/NA: UN3077
Packing Group: III
Information reported for product/size: 100LB

International (Air, I.C.A.O.)
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Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, SOLID, N.O.S. (NICKEL SULFATE)
Hazard Class: 9
UN/NA: UN3077
Packing Group: III
Information reported for product/size: 100LB

15. Regulatory Information

  --------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
  Ingredient                                       TSCA  EC   Japan  Australia
  -----------------------------------------------  ----  ---  -----  ---------
  Nickel Sulfate (7786-81-4)                        Yes  Yes   Yes      Yes                                      
 
  --------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
                                                          --Canada--
  Ingredient                                       Korea  DSL   NDSL  Phil.
  -----------------------------------------------  -----  ---   ----  -----
  Nickel Sulfate (7786-81-4)                        Yes   Yes   No     Yes       
 
  --------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
                                             -SARA 302-    ------SARA 313------
  Ingredient                                 RQ    TPQ     List  Chemical Catg.
  -----------------------------------------  ---   -----   ----  --------------
  Nickel Sulfate (7786-81-4)                 No    No      No    Nickel compo
 
  --------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
                                                        -RCRA-    -TSCA-
  Ingredient                                 CERCLA     261.33     8(d) 
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  Nickel Sulfate (7786-81-4)                 100        No         No 

16. Other Information

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