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CAS Number: 7718-54-9
93-2809
Nickel › Nickel(II) chloride, anhydrous, 98%| CAS Number: | 7718-54-9 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00011142 |
| Molecular Formula: | Cl2Ni |
| Molecular Weight: | 129.62 |
| Chemical Formula: | NiCl2 |
| Color and Form: | yellow pwdr. |
| Note: |
Stability: hygroscopic
Safety: Hazardous
Physical Characteristics: melting point 1001°C, density 3.55
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Nickel (II) chloride, anhydrous, 98% |
| Product Number: | 93-2809 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 7718-54-9 |
| Formula: | NiCl2 |
| EINECS Number: | 231-743-0 |
| Chemical Family: | metal halide |
| Synonym: | Nickelous chloride, nickel dichloride |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 7718-54-9 | 100 | 0.1mg/m3 (as Ni) | 1mg/m3 (as Ni) |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child and impaired fertility. May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. May cause cancer. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, Inhalation of dust. |
| Eye Contact: | Causes slight to mild irritation of the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin. Prolonged contact with nickel salts may lead to dermatitis. |
| Inhalation: | Dust is irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. |
| Ingestion: | Ingestion may lead to dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and convulsions. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. May cause harm to the unborn child. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | Prolonged exposure to nickel and nickel compounds may lead to skin irritation and dermatitis. Possible risk of impaired fertility. May cause cancer and heritable genetic damage. |
| NTP: | Yes |
| IARC: | Yes |
| OSHA: | No |
| SECTION 4: First Aid Measures | |
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| Eye Exposure: | Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention. |
| Skin Exposure: | Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists. |
| Inhalation: | Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance. |
| Ingestion: | Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel. |
| SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures | |
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| Flash Point: | not applicable |
| Autoignition Temperature: | none |
| Explosion Limits: | none |
| Extinguishing Medium: | None. Material is non-flammable. |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. |
| Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: | none |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazards. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | To avoid raising dust, small spills may be mixed with diatomaceous earth, sand, vermiculite or other suitable inert material and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store solid in a tightly sealed container away from moisture. Handle under a dry atmosphere of argon or nitrogen. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory. |
| Skin Protection: | Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove. |
| Ventilation: | Solid may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the solid in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | If in form of fine dust and ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134. |
| Additional Protection: | No additional protection required. |
| SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties | |
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| Color and Form: | yellow pwdr. |
| Molecular Weight: | 129.62 |
| Melting Point: | 1001°C |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | 1mm (671°C) |
| Specific Gravity: | 3.55 |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | 64.2g/100cc (20°C) |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | hygroscopic |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | contact with moisture |
| Incompatibility: | active metals |
| Decomposition Products: | none |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Oral (rat); LD50: 681 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (rat); LD50: 20597-ug/kg. Intravenous (rat); LD50: 68100 ug/kg. Oral (mouse); LD50: 369 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: 11 mg/kg. Oral (rat); TDLo: 9 gm/kg/90D-I. Oral (rat); TDLo: 91 mg/kg/26W-I. Inhalation (rat); TCLO: 5 ug/m3/24H/26W-C. Subcutaneous (rat); TDLo: 71319 ug/kg. Intramuscular (rat); TDLo: 8 mg/kg. Human HeLa cell; DNA inhibition: 2 nmol/L. Human HeLa cell; Mutation test systems-not otherwise specified: 2 nmol/L. Human Fibroblast; Mutation test systems-not otherwise specified: 100 umol/L. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | Tumorigen |
| Mutagenic Effects: | Mutagen |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | Reproductive effector |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | No information available |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Toxic solid, Inorganic, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 6.1 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | III |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 3288 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Toxic solid, Inorganic, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 6.1 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | III |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 3288 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound: See Category Code N495 for reporting. |
| Second Ingredient: | none |
| Third Ingredient: | none |
| SECTION 16: Other Information | |
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| Disclaimer: | The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. |
| Preparation Date: | 6/11/2001 |
| Revision Date: | 12/19/2011 |
