Nickel Aluminum

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger Hazard Statements Flammable solid In contact with water releases flammable gas May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing cancer

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap with wet bandages Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store locked up Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

None identified

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable solids Category 2 Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit Category 2 flammable gases Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity