Nickel Nitrate Aqueous Solution SDS (Safety Data Sheet)

SECTION 1 — CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Nickel Nitrate Aqueous Solution

Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219, Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261
Chemtrec Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-10046

Signal Word
DANGER

Hazard class: Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure (Category 1). Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure (H372). Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product (P270).

Hazard class: Reproductive toxicity (Category 1). May damage fertility or the unborn child (H360). Obtain special instructions before use (P201). Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood (P202). Use personal protective equipment as required (P281).

Hazard class: Skin and serious eye damage, corrosion or irritation (Category 2, 2B). Causes skin and eye irritation (H315+H320).

Solid nickel nitrate is a known human carcinogen by dust inhalation (IARC-1). This solution is much less hazardous, but should still be handled with care.

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SECTION 3 — COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component Name	CAS Number	Formula	Formula Weight	Concentration
Nickel nitrate Water Synonyms: Nickel(II) nitrate, Nickelous nitrate solution	13478-00-7 7732-18-5	Ni(NO₃)₂•6H₂O H₂O	290.82 18.00	3.6% 96.4%

SECTION 4 — FIRST AID MEASURES

Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.
If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing.
If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.

SECTION 5 — FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Nonflammable, noncombustible solution.
In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher.

NFPA Code

None established

SECTION 6 — ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Ventilate area. Contain the spill with sand or absorbent material and deposit in a sealed bag or container. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.

SECTION 7 — HANDLING AND STORAGE

Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Inorganic #3. Store with amides, nitrates, nitrites and azides.
Store in a cool, dry place.

SECTION 8 — EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION

Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling (P264).
Exposure guidelines: (as nickel nitrate) PEL 1 mg/m³ (OSHA), 0.1 mg/m³ (inhalable fraction) (ACGIH)

SECTION 9 — PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Green liquid. Odorless.

SECTION 10 — STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Avoid contact with strong reducers and strong acids.
Shelf life: Indefinite, if stored properly.

SECTION 11 — TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute effects: Sensitizer, irritant
Chronic effects: N.A.
Target organs: Lungs

ORL-RAT LD₅₀: 1620 mg/kg as nickel nitrate
IHL-RAT LC₅₀: N.A.
SKN-RBT LD₅₀: N.A.

SECTION 12 — ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Data not yet available.

SECTION 13 — DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Please review all federal, state and local regulations that may apply before proceeding.
Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #27f is one option.

SECTION 14 — TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Shipping name: Not regulated. Hazard class: N/A. UN number: N/A

SECTION 15 — REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA-listed, EINECS-listed (236-068-5 ), RCRA code D001.

SECTION 16 — OTHER INFORMATION

This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific, Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. The data should not be confused with local, state, federal or insurance mandates, regulations, or requirements and CONSTITUTE NO WARRANTY. Any use of this data and information must be determined by the science instructor to be in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product(s) described are beyond the control of Flinn Scientific, Inc. and may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT(S).

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Nickel Nitrate Aqueous Solution Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Nickel Nitrate Aqueous Solution