Nickel Carbonyl

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification in accordance with paragraph (d) of 29 CFR 1910.1200. Flammable Liquids - Category 2 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation - Dust/Mist - Category 1 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation - Vapor - Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 1 Respiratory Sensitization - Category 1 Skin Sensitization - Category 1 Carcinogenicity - Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity - Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure - Category 1 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute - Category 1 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Chronic - Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Fatal if inhaled. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs. (adrenal gland , central nervous system , heart , kidneys , liver , pancreas , respiratory system , spleen ) Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear respiratory protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use Personal Protective equipment as required. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

In case of fire. Use appropriate media for extinction. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. If experiencing respiratory symptoms call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations. Statement(s) of Unknown Acute Toxicity 0% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity. Other Hazards No information available.