International Chemical Safety Cards

NICKEL(II)OXIDE ICSC: 0926

NICKEL(II)OXIDE
Nickel monoxide
Nickelous oxide
(powder)
NiO
Molecular mass: 74.7
CAS # 1313-99-1
RTECS # QR8400000
ICSC # 0926
UN # 2811
EC # 028-003-00-2
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE
AVOID ALL CONTACT!

  • INHALATION
    		• Cough.
    		Closed system and ventilation.
    		Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Redness.
    		Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
    		Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• Redness.
    		Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION

    		• Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Sweep spilled substance into containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles).
    		Separated from food and feedstuffs.
    		Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
    T symbol
    R: 49-43
    S: 53-44
    UN Hazard Class: 6.1
    UN Packing Group: II
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0926 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993 No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.

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    NICKEL(II)OXIDE ICSC: 0926

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     GREEN TO BLACK CRYSTALLINE POWDER.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     Reacts violently with iodine and hydrogen sulfide causing fire and explosion hazard.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV (as Ni): ppm; 0.05 mg/m3 (ACGIH 1990-1991).


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and dust particles, and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly by dispersing.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes and the respiratory tract.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. Repeated or prolonged inhalation exposure may cause asthma. This substance is carcinogenic to humans.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Melting point: 1984°C
    Relative density (water = 1): 6.7
    		 Solubility in water: none
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    NOTES
    Occurs as the mineral bunsenite. Do NOT take working clothes home.
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G11b
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0926 NICKEL(II)OXIDE
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
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