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Nickel sulfide

CAS 12035-72-2
EC 234-829-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Nickel sulfide
Product Code
35661

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
12035-72-2 Check regulations →
EC Number
234-829-6 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Muta. Cat. 2 H341
Carc. Cat. 1A H350
STOT RE Cat. 1 H372
Skin Sens. Cat. 1 H317

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
H350 May cause cancer.
H372 Causes damage to the lung through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Inhalative.

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Nickel sulfide EC: 234-829-6 12035-72-2 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice for inhalation and skin contact. Consult a doctor for eye contact. Seek medical treatment for swallowing.

Medical Treatment

No further relevant information available.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Product is not flammable. Use fire-fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Sulfur oxides (SOx), Nickel oxides

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Open and handle container with care.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.

Fire prevention

The product is not flammable

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Powder
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
Black
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Powder
Odor
Not determined
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not applicable.
Melting Point
797 °C (1467 °F)
Boiling Point
Not determined
Flash Point
---
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Relative Density
Not determined.
Bulk Density
---
Density
Not determined
Flammability
Not determined.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
Not determined
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Sulfur oxides (SOx), Nickel oxides

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN3077
Shipping Name
Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s. (Nickel sulfide)
Transport Class
9
Packing Group
III
ADR

Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

IMDG

Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

IATA

Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Nickel sulfide?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Nickel sulfide?

Nickel sulfide is a powder with black color. It has not determined odor.

What is Nickel sulfide used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Nickel sulfide?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
  • H350: May cause cancer.
  • H372: Causes damage to the lung through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Inhalative.

What is the melting point of Nickel sulfide?

The melting point is 797 °C (1467 °F) and the boiling point is Not determined.