Sponge Nickel, A-5000, nonpromoted

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228, H261, H317, H351, H372, H410

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand Classification under Work Safe New Zealand Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand GHS Classification

Physical hazards

Flammable solids Category 2 Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases Category 2

Health hazards

Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1

Environmental hazards

Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1 Label Elements Contains Nickel/Aluminium alloy

Signal word

Danger Hazard Statements H228 - Flammable solid H261 - In contact with water releases flammable gases H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H351 - Suspected of causing cancer H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Prevention

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P223 - Do not allow contact with water P231 + P232 - Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture P240 - Ground and bond container and receiving equipment P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280 - Wear protective gloves P273 - Avoid release to the environment

Response

P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish P302 + P335 + P334 - IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water P362 + P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse P391 - Collect spillage

Storage

P402 + P404 - Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container

Disposal

P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Do not allow evaporation to dryness; Hydrogen gas Toxicity to Soil Dwelling Organisms

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards Flammable solids Category 2 Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases Category 2 Health hazards Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1 Environmental hazards Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity