MSDS Name:Nickel (II) Ammomium Sulfate Hexahydrate
Synonym:Nickel ammonium sulfate; ammonium nickel sulfate hexahydrate; sulfuric acid ammonium nickel(2+) salt(2:2:1); nickelous ammonium s

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May cause severe irritation and possible burns. May cause dermatitis.
Ingestion:
Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause allergic respiratory reaction.
Chronic:
Not available.

Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:

General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions.

Handling:
Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7785-20-8: United States OSHA: 1 mg/m3 TWA (as Ni) (listed under Nickel sol compounds).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as nickel soluble compounds): 0.1 mg/m3 VL (as Ni) Malaysia: (listed as nickel soluble compounds): 0.1 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction, as Ni) Netherlands: (listed as nickel soluble compounds): 0.1 mg/m3 MAC Ni) Spain: (listed as nickel soluble compounds): 0.1 mg/m3 VLA-ED (as Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Physical State: Solid
Color: blue-green
Odor: none reported
pH: 4.6 @ 0.1M
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Viscosity: Not applicable.
Boiling Point: Not applicable.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Noncombustible.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: 10% @20C
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.9
Molecular Formula: H8N2NiO8S.6H2O
Molecular Weight: 395

Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, dust generation.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of sulfur, nickel oxide, ammonia.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

RTECS#:
CAS# 7785-20-8: WS6061000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7785-20-8: Oral, rat: LD50 = 399 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Nickel (II) ammonium sulfate hexahydrate - California: carcinogen, initial date 5/7/04 (listed as Nickel compound NTP: Known carcinogen (listed as Nickel compounds).
IARC: Group 1 carcinogen (listed as Nickel compounds).
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Other No information available.

Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before returning for recycling.

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European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R 42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and
skin contact.
Safety Phrases:
S 22 Do not breathe dust.
S 36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7785-20-8: No information available.
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 7785-20-8 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7785-20-8 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate.
It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form
is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)).