Name: Nickel Powder
CAS: 7440-02-0
EC Number: 231-111-4
Chemical Formular: Ni
Appearance: Silvery Powder
Molecular Weight: 58.693 g/mol
Melting Point: 1728 K (1455 °C, 2651 °F)
Boiling Point: 3003 K (2730 °C, 4946 °F)
Density: 8.908 g/cm³
Solubility in water: n/a
Exact Mass: 57.935342 g/mol
Monoisotopic Mass: 57.935342 g/mol
Topological Polar Surface Area: 0 A^2
Complexity: 0
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS
According to the UN GHS revision 8
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1
GHS Product identifier
| Product name | Nickel Powder |
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1.2
Other means of identification
| Product number | – |
|---|---|
| Other names | Nichel;NP 2;Ni 4303T |
1.3
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
| Identified uses | Inorganic substances |
|---|---|
| Uses advised against | no data available |
1.4
Supplier’s details
| Company | Elements China Limited |
|---|---|
| Address | Building 2, No.5555, Shenzhuan Hwy, Shanghai , China |
| Telephone | +86-021-3776-2181 |
1.5Emergency phone number
| Emergency phone number | +86-021-3776-2181 |
|---|---|
| Service hours | Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours). |
SECTION 2: Hazard identification
2.1
Classification of the substance or mixture
Skin sensitization, Category 1
Carcinogenicity, Category 2
Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure, Category 1
2.2
GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
| Pictogram(s) | 
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|---|---|
| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statement(s) | H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H351 Suspected of causing cancer H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure |
| Precautionary statement(s) | |
| Prevention | P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/… P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
| Response | P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/… P333+P317 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
| Storage | P405 Store locked up. |
| Disposal | P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. |
2.3
Other hazards which do not result in classification
no data available
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1
Substances
| Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nickel Powder | Nickel powder | 7440-02-0 | 231-111-4 |
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1
Description of necessary first-aid measures
If inhaled
Fresh air, rest.
Following skin contact
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Following eye contact
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Following ingestion
Rinse mouth.
4.2
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Excerpt from ERG Guide 170 [Metals (Powders, Dusts, Shavings, Borings, Turnings, or Cuttings, etc.)]: Oxides from metallic fires are a severe health hazard. Inhalation or contact with substance or decomposition products may cause severe injury or death. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution. (ERG, 2016)
Exposure Routes: inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact Symptoms: Sensitization dermatitis, allergic asthma, pneumonitis; [potential occupational carcinogen] Target Organs: Nasal cavities, lungs, skin (NIOSH, 2016)
Excerpt from ERG Guide 135 [Substances – Spontaneously Combustible]: Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Inhalation of decomposition products may cause severe injury or death. Contact with substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. Runoff from fire control may cause pollution. (ERG, 2016)
4.3
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
Basic treatment: Establish a patent airway. Suction if necessary. Watch for signs of respiratory insufficiency and assist ventilation if necessary. Administer oxygen by nonrebreather mask at 10 t0 15 L/min. Monitor for shock and treat if necessary . Monitor for pulmonary edema and treat if necessary . For eye contamination, flush eyes immediately with water. Irrigate each eye continuously with normal saline during transport . Do not use emetics. For ingestion, rinse mouth and administer 5 ml/kg up to 200 ml of water for dilution if the patient can swallow, has a strong gag reflex, and does not drool . Nickel and related compounds
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1
Suitable extinguishing media
Flood with water. Use dry chemical, graphite, or dry earth. Nickel catalyst, wet
5.2
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Excerpt from ERG Guide 170 [Metals (Powders, Dusts, Shavings, Borings, Turnings, or Cuttings, etc.)]: May react violently or explosively on contact with water. Some are transported in flammable liquids. May be ignited by friction, heat, sparks or flames. Some of these materials will burn with intense heat. Dusts or fumes may form explosive mixtures in air. Containers may explode when heated. May re-ignite after fire is extinguished. (ERG, 2016)
Excerpt from ERG Guide 135 [Substances – Spontaneously Combustible]: Flammable/combustible material. May ignite on contact with moist air or moisture. May burn rapidly with flare-burning effect. Some react vigorously or explosively on contact with water. Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire. May re-ignite after fire is extinguished. Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated. (ERG, 2016)
5.3
Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Use dry sand, dry powder. NO carbon dioxide. NO water.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.2
Environmental precautions
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Vacuum spilled material with specialist equipment. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.3
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
PRECAUTIONS FOR “CARCINOGENS”: A high efficiency particulate arrestor (HEPA) or charcoal filters can be used to minimize amt of carcinogen in exhausted air ventilated safety cabinets, lab hoods, glove boxes or animal rooms. … Filter housing that is designed so that used filters can be transferred into plastic bag without contaminating maintenance staff is avail commercially. Filters should be placed in plastic bags immediately after removal. … The plastic bag should be sealed immediately. … The sealed bag should be labelled properly. … Waste liquids … should be placed or collected in proper containers for disposal. The lid should be secured & the bottles properly labelled. Once filled, bottles should be placed in plastic bag, so that outer surface … is not contaminated. … The plastic bag should also be sealed & labelled. … Broken glassware … should be decontaminated by solvent extraction, by chemical destruction, or in specially designed incinerators. Chemical Carcinogens
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1
Precautions for safe handling
Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.
Handling in a well ventilated place.
Wear suitable protective clothing.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Use non-sparking tools.
Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.
7.2
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Separated from strong acids.PRECAUTIONS FOR “CARCINOGENS”: Storage site should be as close as practicable to lab in which carcinogens are to be used, so that only small quantities required for … expt need to be carried. Carcinogens should be kept in only one section of cupboard, an explosion proof refrigerator or freezer (depending on chemicophysical properties …) that bears appropriate label. An inventory … should be kept, showing quantity of carcinogen & date it was acquired … Facilities for dispensing … should be contiguous to storage area. Chemical Carcinogens
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1
Control parameters
Occupational Exposure limit values
TLV: (inhalable fraction): 1.5 mg/m3, as TWA; A5 (not suspected as a human carcinogen).MAK: sensitization of respiratory tract and skin (SAH); carcinogen category: 1
Biological limit values
no data available
8.2
Appropriate engineering controls
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Set up emergency exits and the risk-elimination area.
8.3Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
Wear safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
Skin protection
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Respiratory protection
Use local exhaust or breathing protection.
Thermal hazards
no data available
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties and safety characteristics
| Physical state | Solid. |
|---|---|
| Colour | SILVERY METAL |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting point/freezing point | 1 455 °C. |
| Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range | 2732°C(lit.) |
| Flammability | Metal: Combustible Solid; nickel sponge catalyst may ignite SPONTANEOUSLY in air. |
| Lower and upper explosion limit/flammability limit | Flammable … as dust or fume. |
| Flash point | 27°C(lit.) |
| Auto-ignition temperature | no data available |
| Decomposition temperature | no data available |
| pH | no data available |
| Kinematic viscosity | no data available |
| Solubility | Insoluble (NIOSH, 2016) |
| Partition coefficient n-octanol/water | no data available |
| Vapour pressure | 0 mm Hg (approx) (NIOSH, 2016) |
| Density and/or relative density | 8.9 g/cm³. Temperature:25 °C. |
| Relative vapour density | 5.8 (vs air) |
| Particle characteristics | no data available |
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1
Reactivity
NIOSH considers nickel metal and other compounds (as Ni) to be a potential occupational carcinogen. Nickel metal and other compounds (as Ni)
Reacts with titanium powder, potassium perchlorate and oxidants such as ammonium nitrate. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Reacts slowly with non-oxidizing acids more rapidly with oxidizing acids. Toxic gases and vapours (such as nickel carbonyl) may be released in a fire involving nickel.
10.2
Chemical stability
Stable in air @ ordinary temp; not affected by water
10.3
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.NICKEL CATALYST tends to react with oxidizing agents. If exposed to air may react rapidly enough to ignite. Can generate hydrogen gas with fire and explosion hazards during storage [Handling Chemicals Safely 1980. p. 807]. Reacts violently with acids forming gaseous hydrogen. May react with azo/diazo compounds to form explosive products. Can catalyze polymerization reactions in several classes of organic compounds; these polymerizations sometimes proceed rapidly or even explosively. May form explosive products with halogenated hydrocarbons.
10.4
Conditions to avoid
no data available
10.5
Incompatible materials
Mixtures containing potassium perchlorate with nickel & titanium powders & infusorial earth gave severe explosions during a friction test.
10.6
Hazardous decomposition products
Toxic gases and vapors (such as nickel carbonyl) may be released … in the decomp of nickel cmpd. Nickel & sol nickel cmpd
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
- Oral: no data available
- Inhalation: no data available
- Dermal: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
NTP: Reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen. NTP: Known to be a human carcinogen
Reproductive toxicity
No information is available regarding the reproductive or developmental effects of nickel in humans. Animal studies have reported reproductive and developmental effects, such as a decreased number of live pups per litter, increased pup mortality, and reduction in fetal body weight, and effects to the dam from oral exposure to soluble salts of nickel. Sperm abnormalities and decreased sperm count have been reported in animals exposed to nickel nitrate orally and nickel oxide by inhalation, respectively.
STOT-single exposure
May cause mechanical irritation. Inhalation of fume may cause pneumonitis.
STOT-repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. Repeated or prolonged inhalation may cause asthma. The substance may have effects on the respiratory tract. This may result in chronic inflammation of the respiratory tract and fibrosis. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans if inhaled.
Aspiration hazard
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1
Toxicity
- Toxicity to fish: LC50 – Oncorhynchus mykiss (previous name: Salmo gairdneri) – 15.3 mg/L – 96 h. Remarks:Ni.
- Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: LC50 – Ceriodaphnia dubia – 276 µg/L – 48 h. Remarks:Hardness=268 mg/L as CaCO3.
- Toxicity to algae: EC50 – Ankistrodesmus falcatus – 237 µg/L – 72 h.
- Toxicity to microorganisms: EC50 – activated sludge – 33 mg/L – 30 min. Remarks:Respiration rate.
12.2
Persistence and degradability
No data was found to suggest that nickel is involved in any biological transformation in the aquatic environment.
12.3
Bioaccumulative potential
no … nickel bioaccumulation in voles fed sludge-fertilized soybeans containing 30 ppm nickel …
12.4
Mobility in soil
no data available
12.5
Other adverse effects
no data available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1
Disposal methods
Product
The material can be disposed of by removal to
a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration
with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs,
feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Contaminated packaging
Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and
offered for recycling or reconditioning.
Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to
make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of
in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration
with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1
UN Number
| ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) |
14.2
UN Proper Shipping Name
| ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) |
14.3
Transport hazard class(es)
| ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) |
14.4
Packing group, if applicable
| ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: Not dangerous goods. (For reference only, please check.) |
14.5
Environmental hazards
| ADR/RID: No | IMDG: No | IATA: No |
14.6
Special precautions for user
no data available
14.7
Transport in bulk according to IMO instruments
no data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1
Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
| Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nickel Powder | Nickel powder | 7440-02-0 | 231-111-4 |
| European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) | Listed. | ||
| EC Inventory | Listed. | ||
| United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory | Listed. | ||
| China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 | Not Listed. | ||
| New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) | Listed. | ||
| Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) | Listed. | ||
| Vietnam National Chemical Inventory | Listed. | ||
| Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC) | Listed. | ||
| Korea Existing Chemicals List (KECL) | Listed. | ||
SECTION 16: Other information
Information on revision
| Creation Date | Aug 25, 2020 |
|---|---|
| Revision Date | Aug 25, 2020 |
Abbreviations and acronyms
- CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
- ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
- IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
- IATA: International Air Transportation Association
- TWA: Time Weighted Average
- STEL: Short term exposure limit
- LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
- LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
- EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
References
- IPCS – The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website:
http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home - HSDB – Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
- IARC – International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
- eChemPortal – The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website:
http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en - CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
- ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
- ERG – Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website:
http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg - Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website:
http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp - ECHA – European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/
Other Information
At high temperatures, toxic fumes of nickel(II)oxide may be formed (see ICSC 0926).Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.The symptoms of asthma often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort.Anyone who has shown symptoms of sensitization due to this substance should avoid all further contact with nickel, nickel compounds and other metal compounds of e.g. copper, chromium and cobalt.Isolate contaminated clothing by sealing in a bag or other container.Do NOT take working clothes home.
Any questions regarding this SDS, Please send your inquiry to [email protected]
Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and
shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not
represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. We as supplier shall not be held liable for any
damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
| Chemical Formular: | Ni |
| PubChem CID: | 935 |
| IUPAC Name: | nickel |
| Inchl: | InChI=1S/Ni |
| InChI Key: | PXHVJJICTQNCMI-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| Canonical SMILES: | [Ni] |
| Pictogram(s): |  |
| Signal: | Danger |
| GHS Hazard Statements: | H228-H317-H351-H372 |
| Hazard Codes: | n/a |
| Risk Codes: | n/a |
| Precautionary Statement Codes: | P210-P260-P261-P363-P405-P501 |
| Flash Point: | n/a |
Nickel particles
Nickel microparticles
Nickel micropowder
Nickel submicron powder
Nickel sub-micron powder
n/a
Nickel is a chemical element with the symbol Ni and atomic number 28.
It is a silvery-white lustrous metal with a slight golden tinge. Nickel belongs to the transition metals and is hard and ductile.
Pure nickel, powdered to maximize the reactive surface area, shows a significant chemical activity, but larger pieces are slow to react with air under standard conditions because an oxide layer forms on the surface and prevents further corrosion (passivation).
Even so, pure native nickel is found in Earth’s crust only in tiny amounts, usually in ultramafic rocks, and in the interiors of larger nickel–iron meteorites that were not exposed to oxygen when outside Earth’s atmosphere.
Nickel is one of four elements (the others are iron, cobalt, and gadolinium) that are ferromagnetic at approximately room temperature. Alnico permanent magnets based partly on nickel are of intermediate strength between iron-based permanent magnets and rare-earth magnets.
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