Skeletal Nickel Catalyst slurry in Water [Active catalyst for Hydrogenation]

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 4] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 4] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 2] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2A] Sensitization - Respiratory [Category 1] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Carcinogenicity [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1] Pyrophoric Solids [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 4]

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Danger!

Hazard statements

Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air Causes serious eye irritation Causes skin irritation Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing cancer May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life Causes damage to: Respiratory System Kidney Causes damage to organs: Respiratory System through prolonged or repeated exposure.

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Prevention

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. Avoid breathing dusts or mists. Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye and face protection. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Do not breathe dusts or mists. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames or other hot surfaces. - No smoking. Do not allow contact with air. Wear protective gloves, eye protection and face protection.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention. If in eyes Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention. If inhaled: If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms Call a poison center or doctor. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. If exposed: Call a poison center or doctor. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell. Brush off loose particles from skin and immerse in cool water or wrap in wet bandages. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, soda ash, lime or DRY sand to extinguish.

Storage

Store locked up. Store contents under inert gas (argon).

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with US EPA guidelines for the classification and determination of hazardous waste listed in 40 CFR 261.3. (See Section 13)