CASWELL INC
Safety Data Sheet
Stainless Steel Activator
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1 Product identifier
Product name Stainless Steel Activator
Product number SSACT
Brand Caswell
Substance name Nickel Chloride
CAS no. 37211-05-5
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
- Acute toxicity, inhalation (chapter 3.1), Cat. 3
- Acute toxicity, oral (chapter 3.1), Cat. 3
- Carcinogenicity (chapter 3.6), Cat. 1A
- Eye damage/irritation (chapter 3.3), Cat. 2
- Germ cell mutagenicity (chapter 3.5), Cat. 2
- Sensitization, respiratory (chapter 3.4), Cat. 1
- Skin corrosion/irritation (chapter 3.2), Cat. 1
- Skin corrosion/irritation (chapter 3.2), Cat. 2
- Toxic to reproduction (chapter 3.7), Cat. 1B
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
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Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H301 Toxic if swallowed
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H331 Toxic if inhaled
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
H350 May cause cancer
H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statement(s)
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.../if you feel unwell,
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/...
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse
skin with water/shower.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P311 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P330 Rinse mouth.
P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P333+P313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
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P391 Collect spillage.
P403+P233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to …
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
Substance name Nickel Chloride
CAS no. 37211-05-5
Formula NiCl2
Other names / synonyms NICKELCHLORIDE; Nickel chloride
Hazardous components
1. Nickel chloride
Concentration 99.9 % (Weight)
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SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact Rinse with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation develops and
persists.
In case of eye contact Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical
attention if symptoms occur.
If swallowed Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical
attention immediately if symptoms occur.
Personal protective equipment for first-aid responders
Refer to Section 8
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Nickel Compounds may cause allergic rash (dermatitis)
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
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6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Refer to Section 8 for PPE.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment
must be avoided.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel). Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
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Eye/face protection
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
Wear chemical resistant gloves and clothing.
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.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance/form Solid
Odor No Data Available
Odor threshold No Data Available
pH No Data Available
Melting point/freezing point No Data Available
Initial boiling point and boiling range 220 deg F
Flash point No Data Available
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Evaporation rate No Data Available
Flammability (solid, gas) No Data Available
Upper/lower flammability limits
Vapor pressure No Data Available
Vapor density No Data Available
Relative density 2.07
Solubility(ies) Complete In Water
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water No Data Available
Auto-ignition temperature No Data Available
Decomposition temperature No Data Available
Viscosity No Data Available
Explosive properties No Data Available
Oxidizing properties No Data Available
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Not reactive
10.2 Chemical stability
State
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No Data Available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
No Data Available
10.5 Incompatible materials
No Data Available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Sulphur Oxides, Nickel, nickel oxides
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Oral LD50: 275 mg/kg (rat)
Skin corrosion/irritation
No Data Available
Serious eye damage/irritation
No Data Available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
No Data Available
Germ cell mutagenicity
No Data Available
Carcinogenicity
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IARC: Group 1 Carcinogenic To Humans
Reproductive toxicity
No Data Available
STOT-single exposure
No Data Available
STOT-repeated exposure
No Data Available
Aspiration hazard
No Data Available
Additional information
Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, diarrohea. Prolonged or repeated skin exposure
can cause "nickel itch" dermatitis.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Toxicity
No Data Available
Persistence and degradability
No Data Available
Bioaccumulative potential
No Data Available
Mobility in soil
No Data Available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No Data Available
Other adverse effects
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Disposal of the product
Consult appropriate federal and local regulations for disposal. Empty containers are subject to the same regulations.
Disposal of contaminated packaging
Consult appropriate federal and local regulations for disposal. Empty containers are subject to the same regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
DOT (US)
UN Number: UN3077
Class: 9
Packing Group: III
Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally Hazardous Substances, Solids, NOS (Nickel Sulfate)
Reportable quantity (RQ):
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Marine pollutant:
Poison inhalation hazard:
IMDG
UN Number: UN3077
Class: 9
Packing Group: III
EMS Number:
Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally Hazardous Substances, Solids, NOS (Nickel Sulfate)
IATA
UN Number: UN3077
Class: 9
Packing Group: III
Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally Hazardous Substances, Solids, NOS (Nickel Sulfate)
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
California Prop. 65 components
Chemical name: Nickel chloride
CAS number: 37211-05-5
05/07/2004 - Cancer
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Nickel chloride
CAS number: 37211-05-5
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Nickel chloride
CAS number: 37211-05-5
HMIS Rating
Nickel Chloride
HEALTH 3
FLAMMABILITY 0
PHYSICAL HAZARD 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION C
NFPA Rating
SECTION 16: Other information
16.1 Further information/disclaimer
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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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