Nickel 75% on graphite

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Flammable solids Category 2 Self-heating substances and mixtures Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1 Target Organs - Lungs.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable solid Self-heating; may catch fire May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause cancer Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements

Manufacturer Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. 30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099 Tel 800-343-0660 Fax 800-322-4757 Email: tech@alfa.com www.alfa.com

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep cool. Protect from sunlight Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Maintain air gap between stacks/pallets Store bulk masses greater than .? kg/ .? lbs at temperatures not exceeding .? °C/ .? °F Store away from other materials

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant