CASWELL INC
Safety Data Sheet
Black Nickel Plating Crystals
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1 Product identifier
Product name Black Nickel Plating Crystals
Product number BNKC
Brand Caswell
1.2 Other means of identification
Green & White Crystal Mixture
1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Electroplating Of Metals
1.4 Supplier's details
Name Caswell Inc
Address 7696 Route 31
Lyons NY 14489
USA
Telephone 315 946 1213
Fax 315 946 4456
email sales@caswellplating.com
1.5 Emergency phone number(s)
Office Hours (9-4ET): 315 946 1213
24 Hour: CHEMTEL US# 1-800-255-3924 Intl# +01-813-248-0585
SECTION 2: Hazard identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
- Carcinogenicity (chapter 3.6), Cat. 2
- Acute toxicity, oral (chapter 3.1), Cat. 4
- Sensitization, respiratory (chapter 3.4), Cat. 1
- Sensitization, skin (chapter 3.4), Cat. 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
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- Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
- Eye damage/irritation (chapter 3.3), Cat. 2
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Signal word Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H351 Suspected of causing cancer
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
Precautionary statement(s)
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to …
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.../if you feel unwell,
P330 Rinse mouth.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/...
P333+P313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P391 Collect spillage.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.2 Mixtures
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Hazardous components
1. NICKEL (II) SULFATE
Concentration 45 - 50 % (weight)
EC no. 232-104-9
CAS no. 7786-81-4
Index no. 028-009-00-5
- Carcinogenicity (chapter 3.6), Cat. 2
- Acute toxicity (chapter 3.1), Cat. 4
- Respiratory sensitizer (chapter 3.4), Cat. 1
- Skin sensitizer (chapter 3.4), Cat. 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment, short-term (acute) (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term (chronic) (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H351 Suspected of causing cancer [route]
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2. Zinc sulfate Heptahydrate
Concentration 20 - 24 % (weight)
CAS no. 7446-20-0
3. Ammonium thiocyanate
Concentration 20 - 23 % (weight)
CAS no. 1762-95-4
4. Zinc chloride
Concentration 1 - 3 % (weight)
EC no. 231-592-0
CAS no. 7646-85-7
Index no. 030-003-00-2
- Acute toxicity (chapter 3.1), Cat. 4
- Skin corrosion/irritation (chapter 3.2), Cat. 1B
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment, short-term (acute) (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term (chronic) (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
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4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
If inhaled Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical attention.
In case of skin contact Immediately wash skin with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated
clothing. Get medical
attention if symptoms occur. Wash clothing before reuse.
In case of eye contact Flush eye with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
If swallowed If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel.
Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention
immediately.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Sweep up and shovel. Do not flush with water. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. Contain spillage,
soak up with absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and transfer to a container for
disposal according to local / national regulations (see section 13)
6.2 Environmental precautions
Do not allow to reach sewer or water source.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Ensure adequate ventilation. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product. Avoid contact
with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid dust formation.dust is formed. For precautions
see section 2.2.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
1. Zinc chloride fume (CAS: 7646-85-7)
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PEL (Inhalation): 1 mg/m3 (OSHA)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
PEL (Inhalation): 1 mg/m3, (ST) 2 mg/m3 (Cal/OSHA)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
REL (Inhalation): 1 mg/m3, (ST) 2 mg/m3 (NIOSH)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
8.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Distribution, Workplace and Household Settings: Ensure adequate ventilation. Product Manufacturing Plant (needed
at Product-Producing Plant ONLY): Where reasonably practicable this should be achieved by the use of local
exhaust ventilation and good general extraction.
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate
government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Wear chemical resistant gloves and clothing.
Body protection
Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to the
specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount
of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator with an organic vapor cartidge or canister may be permissable
under certain circumstances where airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits.
Thermal hazards
None
Environmental exposure controls
Prepare in advance for possible spills or leaks by ensuring surrounding area is dyked or leak collection apparatus is
in place.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance/form (physical state, color, etc.) Mostly Green with some white Crystal Mixture
Odor None
Odor threshold
pH 5.75
Melting point/freezing point 32 deg F
Initial boiling point and boiling range 212 deg F
Flash point Not Flammable
Evaporation rate NA
Flammability (solid, gas) Not Flammable
Upper/lower flammability limits
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Vapor pressure
Vapor density
Relative density 2.07
Solubility(ies) Complete In Water
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature
Decomposition temperature
Viscosity
Explosive properties Not Explosive
Oxidizing properties Not An Oxidizer
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Not Reactive
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable
10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong Acids
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Sulphur Oxides. Nickel Oxide
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral Rat: 264 mg/kg Nickel Sulfate
Skin corrosion/irritation
May cause skin irritation
Serious eye damage/irritation
Causes Eye Irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Long term exposure to skin may cause skin irritation and may cause sensitization or allergic
reactions resulting in chronic eczema or "nickel itch"
Germ cell mutagenicity
In vitro tests showed mutagenic effects. Please refer to RTECS QR9600000 for data and references
Carcinogenicity
Human Carcinogen. May cause cancer by inhalation
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Persistence and degradability
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Readily degradable in the environment
Bioaccumulative potential
Shows potential for bio-accumulation
Mobility in soil
Nickel is very mobile in aquatic environment and
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Disposal of the product
Consult appropriate federal and local regulations for disposal. Empty containers are subject to the same regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
DOT (US)
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: NICKEL SULFATE HEXAHYDRATE
CAS number: 10101-97-0
California Prop. 65 components
Chemical name: NICKEL SULFATE HEXAHYDRATE
CAS number: 10101-97-0
05/07/2004 - Cancer
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Zinc chloride
CAS number: 7646-85-7
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: ZINC CHLORIDE
CAS number: 7646-85-7
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Zinc chloride
CAS number: 7646-85-7
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Ammonium thiocyanate
CAS number: 1762-95-4
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: AMMONIUM THIOCYANATE
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CAS number: 1762-95-4
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Thiocyanic acid, ammonium salt
CAS number: 1762-95-4
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Nickel sulfate
CAS number: 7786-81-4
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: NICKEL SULFATE
CAS number: 7786-81-4
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Sulfuric acid, nickel(2+) salt (1:1)
CAS number: 7786-81-4
California Prop. 65 components
Chemical name: NICKEL (II) SULFATE
CAS number: 7786-81-4
05/07/2004 - Cancer
HMIS Rating
Black Nickel Plating Crystals
HEALTH *2
FLAMMABILITY 0
PHYSICAL HAZARD 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION X
NFPA Rating
SECTION 16: Other information
16.1 Further information/disclaimer
DISCLAIMER: The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently
available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with
respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own
investigation to determine the suitability of information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Caswell Inc be
liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental,
consequential or exemplary damages, whatsoever arising, even if Caswell Inc has been advised of the possibility of
such damages.
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