CAS Number: 13463-39-3
Product Catalog

28-1150

Nickel › Nickel carbonyl

Price Note: price inc. non-ret. cyl.

Stability: heat sensitive

Safety: Hazardous, pyrophoric

Physical Characteristics: melting point -19.3°C, boiling point 43°C, density 1.32

Transportation: Boat, truck. See MSDS sheet.

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name:	Nickel carbonyl (Material sold in non-returnable cylinder)
Product Number:	28-1150
CAS Registry Number:	13463-39-3
Formula:	Ni(CO)4
EINECS Number:	none
Chemical Family:	metal carbonyl complexes
Synonym:	nickel tetracarbonyl, carbonyl nickel

SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient	CAS Number	Percent	ACGIH (TWA)	OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound	13463-39-3	100	0.05mg/m3	0.007mg/m3 (as Ni)

SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:	Extremely flammable liquid. Rapidly vaporizes if spilled. Very toxic by inhalation. May cause harm to the unborn child. May cause cancer.
Primary Routes of Exposure:	Skin and inhalation
Eye Contact:	May cause irritation
Skin Contact:	May cause irritation to the skin. Material evaporates very rapidly at room temperature.
Inhalation:	Severe danger. See Acute Health Effects below.
Ingestion:	May cause dizziness, nausea, vomiting and pain.
Acute Health Effects:	Severe poison. Inhalation or skin absorption may be fatal. Early symptoms of a toxic dose include headache, giddiness, vomiting, nausea and breathlessness. Late symptoms include severe breathlessness, pain in the chest, a dry hard cough and bluish coloration of the face and ears.
Chronic Health Effects:	High or repeated exposures may cause damage to the heart, muscles, liver and kidney. May cause cancer.
NTP:	Yes
IARC:	Yes
OSHA:	No

SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Exposure:	Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. A victim will need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin Exposure:	Wash the affected area immediately with water. Remove contaminated clothing if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists.
Inhalation:	Remove victim to fresh air immediately. Keep the victim lying down and warm. Give oxygen as soon as possible. If shock occurs, respond with appropriate first aid. Transport the victim to a hospital.
Ingestion:	Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give water to dilute the toxin (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:	-4F
Autoignition Temperature:	no data available
Explosion Limits:	no data available
Extinguishing Medium:	carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:	Fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH-approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus.
Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products:	carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, fine nickel and nickel oxide dust.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards:	Extremely flammable. Material may ignite spontaneously if handled in the air.

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:	If nickel carbonyl is spilled all personnel must be immediately evacuated and the area sealed off. The material will evaporate very rapidly filling the area with toxic fumes. Ventilation should be available. If entry into the area is required, personnel should be fitted with a self-contained breathing apparatus. Remove all ignition sources.

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:	Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly sealed. Material should be transferred under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon in a efficient fume hood.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:	Always wear approved safety glasses. When handling this substance wear a face shield as added protection.
Skin Protection:	Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation:	It is imperative that this product is handled in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator:	If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance 29 CFR 1910.134.
Additional Protection:	No additional protection required.

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:	colorless liq.
Molecular Weight:	170.73
Melting Point:	-19.3
Boiling Point:	43
Vapor Pressure:	480mm (30C)
Specific Gravity:	1.32
Odor:	musty odor
Solubility in Water:	insoluble

SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:	heat sensitive, pyrophoric
Hazardous Polymerization:	no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:	contact with oxidizing agents, prolonged contact with air and ignition sources.
Incompatibility:	oxidizing agents, halogens, active metals, air (pyrophoric), carbon tetrachloride and powdered metallic oxides
Decomposition Products:	carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nickel and nickel oxide dust and fumes.

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:	Inhalation (human): TCLo:7 mg/m3; Behavioral (somnolence, general depressed activity), Lungs, Thorax or Respiration (other changes), Nutritional; (rat): LC50:35 ppm/30M; Details not reported; (mouse): LC50:67mg/m3/30M; Lungs, Thorax or Respiration (chronic pulmonary edema), Liver (other changes); (dog): LCLo:360 ppm/90M; Details not reported; (cat): LC50:1890 ug/m3/30M; Details not reported; (rabbit): LCLo:300 mg/m3/30M$ Details not reported. Intraperitoneal (rat): LD50:39 mg/kg; Behavioral (muscle weakness), Lungs, Thorax or Respiration (respiratory stimulation); Nutritional and Gross Metabolic (weight loss or decreased weight gain)
Carcinogenic Effects:	Material is a probable carcinogen in humans. May cause lung and nasal sinus cancer. Shown to cause lung cancer in animals.
Mutagenic Effects:	No reported mutagenic effects.
Tetratogenic Effects:	May be a teratogen in humans.

SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:	Very toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:	Dispose of this material according to local, state and federal regulations. For purposes of shipping waste material see section 14 in this document on transportation.

SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):	Nickel Carbonyl
Hazard Class (CFR):	6.1 (inhalation hazard)
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):	3
Packaging Group (CFR):	I
UN ID Number (CFR):	UN# 1259
Shipping Name (IATA):	Prohibited
Hazard Class (IATA):	6.1 (inhalation hazard)
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):	3
Packaging Group (IATA):	I
UN ID Number (IATA):	UN# 1259

SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:	listed on the TSCA inventory
SARA (Title 313):	Reportable under SARA 313.
Second Ingredient:	none
Third Ingredient:	none

SECTION 16: Other Information
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:	1/23/2000
Revision Date:	7/28/2011