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

Physical hazards

Pyrophoric solids Category 1

Health hazards

Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system Kidney - Single exposure [Category 1] Specific target organ toxicity Respiratory system - Repeated exposure [Category 1]

Environmental hazards

Long-term aquatic hazard Category 4

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing cancer Causes damage to organs : Respiratory system Kidney Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure : Respiratory system May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. -No smoking. Do not allow contact with air. Do not breathe dust, fume, mist, vapors or spray. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear respiratory protection. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. If exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water or wrap with wet bandages. In case of fire: Use dry chemical or dry sand to extinguish.

Storage

Store contents under inert gas. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.