Nickel(II) sulfate hexahydrate

Hazard statements

T Toxic N Dangerous for the environment Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment R 49 May cause cancer by inhalation. R 61 May cause harm to the unborn child R 20/22 Also harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. R 38 Irritating to skin. R 42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. R 48/23 Also toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. R 68 Possible risk of irreversible effects. R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic

Classification system

HMIS ratings (scale 0-4) (Hazardous Materials Identification System) HEALTH 2 Health (acute effects) = 2 FIRE 0 Flammability = 0 Reactivity = 1 REACTIVITY 1

2.2 Label elements

Danger 3.4/1 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. 3.6/1A - May cause cancer. 3.7/1B - May damage fertility or the unborn child. 3.9/1 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. 3.2/2 - Causes skin irritation. 3.4/1 - May cause an allergic skin reaction. 3.5/2 - Suspected of causing genetic defects. Warning 4.1/1 - Very toxic to aquatic life. 4.1/1 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Warning 3.1/4 - Harmful if swallowed. 3.1/4 - Harmful if inhaled.

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Obtain special instructions before use.

Response

IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.