ICSC 0926 - NICKEL(II)OXIDE

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NICKEL(II)OXIDE	ICSC: 0926 (April 2017)
Nickel monoxide Nickelous oxide

CAS #: 1313-99-1

EC Number: 215-215-7

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

AVOID ALL CONTACT!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough.	Use closed system or ventilation (not if powder).	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Wear protective gloves when administering first aid. Remove contaminated clothes. See Notes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
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 covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause cancer if inhaled Causes damage to the lungs through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Store only in original packaging. Separated from food and feedstuffs, halogens and strong oxidants. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

NICKEL(II)OXIDE

ICSC: 0926

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance GREEN-TO-BLACK CRYSTALLINE POWDER. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Reacts violently with halogens and strong oxidants such as hydrogen peroxide. This generates fire and explosion hazard.	Formula: NiO Molecular mass: 74.7 Melting point: 1955°C Density: 6.7 g/cm³ Solubility in water, mg/l at 20°C: 1.1 (practically insoluble)

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
GREEN-TO-BLACK CRYSTALLINE POWDER.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Reacts violently with halogens and strong oxidants such as hydrogen peroxide. This generates fire and explosion hazard.

Formula: NiO
Molecular mass: 74.7
Melting point: 1955°C
Density: 6.7 g/cm³
Solubility in water, mg/l at 20°C: 1.1 (practically insoluble)

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance may be irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract and skin.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. Repeated or prolonged inhalation may cause asthma. The substance may have effects on the lungs and nasal mucous membrane. This substance is carcinogenic to humans if inhaled.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance may be irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract and skin.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. Repeated or prolonged inhalation may cause asthma. The substance may have effects on the lungs and nasal mucous membrane. This substance is carcinogenic to humans if inhaled.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: (as Ni, inhalable fraction): 0.2 mg/m³, as TWA; A1 (confirmed human carcinogen); BEI issued. MAK: (inhalable fraction): sensitization of respiratory tract and skin (SAH); carcinogen category: 1

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment.

NOTES
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. The symptoms of asthma often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Isolate contaminated clothing by sealing in a bag or other container. Do NOT take working clothes home.

NOTES

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.
The symptoms of asthma often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential.
Isolate contaminated clothing by sealing in a bag or other container.
Do NOT take working clothes home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T; R: 49-43-53; S: 53-45-61

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