Nickel(II) chloride hydrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H317, H319, H331, H334, H341, H350i, H360D, H372

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled Causes skin irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes serious eye irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer by inhalation May damage the unborn child Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic if inhaled

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood 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 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wear respiratory protection

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor 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 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor Rinse mouth Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1 Target Organs - Lungs.