Nickel(II)nitrate hexahydrate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing solids : Category 2 Acute toxicity, Oral : Category 4 Acute toxicity, Inhalation : Category 4 Skin irritation : Category 2 Respiratory sensitisation : Category 1 Skin sensitisation : Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity : Category 2 Carcinogenicity, Inhalation : Category 1 A Reproductive toxicity : Category 1 B Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 1 repeated exposure Acute aquatic toxicity : Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity : Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidiser. Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause cancer by inhalation. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use. Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. Wear respiratory protection. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.Rinse mouth. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Supplemental label elements

None.