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Product Name: Nickel(II) Chloride
Synonyms: Nickel dichloride, Nickelous chloride, NiCl2
CAS Number: 7718-54-9
Manufacturer: Large chemical suppliers often handle this substance, so check the distributor for emergency contact.
Recommended Use: Used in electroplating, catalyst production, and as a precursor to other nickel compounds.
Emergency Phone Number: Refer to local poison control or the provided number on packaging label.
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral, Inhalation, Dermal): Category 3, Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 2, Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 2A, Respiratory Sensitisation: Category 1, Skin Sensitisation: Category 1, Carcinogenicity: Category 1A, Aquatic Chronic Toxicity: Category 1
Hazard Statements: Toxic if swallowed or inhaled, Causes skin and serious eye irritation, May cause allergy or asthma symptoms, Suspected of causing genetic defects, Toxic to aquatic organisms with long lasting effects.
Pictograms: Skull and crossbones, exclamation mark, health hazard, environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace, Wear protective gloves, Wash hands thoroughly after handling, Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated place.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Signal Word: Danger
Substance: Nickel(II) chloride hexahydrate
Chemical Formula: NiCl2 · 6H2O
Concentration: Typically 98% or higher
Impurities: Small amounts of other nickel salts or chlorides might be present
EINECS Number: 231-743-0
Molecular Weight: 237.69 g/mol (for hexahydrate)
General Advice: Remove contaminated clothes and shoes. Seek medical attention if unwell.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Lift eyelids to ensure full rinse. Contact an eye doctor right away.
Skin Contact: Wash skin immediately with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical help for irritation or if rash develops.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Get immediate medical attention.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Do not induce vomiting. Call poison control or a doctor immediately.
Most Important Symptoms: Cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, allergic reactions, possible asthma-like symptoms.
Notes for Physicians: Treat symptomatically and monitor for respiratory distress.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid high-pressure water jets.
Hazards from Fire: Nickel compounds and toxic chlorine gas may emerge during fires.
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Use full protective suit and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Firefighting Instructions: Go upwind to avoid inhaling hazardous fumes. Cool containers with water spray.
Explosion Data: Nickel(II) chloride does not burn, but decomposes at high temperatures.
Personal Precautions: Use appropriate personal protective equipment including gloves, goggles, and respirators. Avoid dust formation.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent from reaching waterways or soil. Alert proper authorities right away.
Spill Clean-up Methods: Sweep up and place in properly labeled container. Ventilate the area well.
Disposal: Collect for disposal according to local, regional, and national regulations.
Emergency Procedures: Isolate area and prevent further release. Restrict access to trained people.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Wash spill site with plenty of water after clean-up.
Handling Practices: Keep containers tightly closed. Avoid dust, direct handling, and all personal contact. Work in a well-ventilated place. Always wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Safe Storage: Store locked up, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight. Keep away from incompatible materials like strong acids and bases.
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases.
Storage Class: Toxic substances.
Recommendations: Use corrosion-resistant container and store out of reach of children.
Workplace Control Parameters: Nickel compounds (inhalable fraction): OSHA PEL 1 mg/m³, NIOSH REL 0.015 mg/m³ nickel, ACGIH TLV 0.1 mg/m³ (as Ni)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation or fume hood, especially under dusty conditions.
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles or full-face shield.
Skin Protection: Nitrile or neoprene gloves, laboratory coat, closed shoes.
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirator if dust forms.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands, face, and exposed skin after use. Do not eat, drink, or smoke near this product.
State: Crystalline solid (typically green)
Odor: Odorless
Melting Point: 140°C (hexahydrate loses water, forms anhydrous solid)
Boiling Point: Decomposes
Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol, and methanol
Density: 1.92 g/cm³ (hexahydrate)
pH: Acidic in solution
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Molecular Weight: 237.69 g/mol (hexahydrate)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions when dry and well-sealed.
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moisture, high temperatures, or incompatible substances.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Toxic nickel oxides, chlorine gas.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids and bases, reducing agents.
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizers and acids.
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral/rat): 105 mg/kg. Toxic by ingestion, inhalation, or skin absorption.
Symptoms of Exposure: Cough, metallic taste, stomach upset, respiratory distress, dermatitis, irritation to mucous membranes.
Chronic Toxicity: Can cause skin allergies, sensitization, asthma, and is classified as a human carcinogen by IARC.
Target Organs: Respiratory system, skin, eyes, kidneys.
Carcinogenicity: IARC Group 1 (carcinogenic to humans).
Reproductive Effects: Suspected reproductive toxicant.
Ecotoxicity: Very toxic to aquatic organisms. Can cause long-term harmful effects in the aquatic environment.
Persistence and Degradability: Does not degrade easily; tends to accumulate in sediments and living organisms.
Bioaccumulation Potential: High, particularly in fish and aquatic animals.
Mobility in Soil: Soluble, can leach into groundwater.
Other Effects: Harmful to plants and beneficial soil organisms at low concentrations.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of as hazardous waste following local, state, and national requirements.
Recommended Disposal: Submit to licensed hazardous waste disposal contractor. Do not pour down the drain.
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers, then dispose properly. Avoid reuse.
Special Precautions: Label waste clearly and keep in secure, dedicated locations until proper disposal.
Disposal Regulations: Check current EPA, RCRA, DOT, and local regulations for compliance.
UN Number: 3288
Shipping Name: Toxic Solid, Inorganic, NOS (Nickel(II) chloride)
Transport Hazard Class: 6.1 (Toxic substances)
Packing Group: III
Labels: Toxic
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Hazardous for Transport: Yes
Special Provisions: Handle in accordance with local and international transport laws.
OSHA: Listed as hazardous
SARA Title III (Sections 302, 311/312, 313): Subject to reporting for acute and chronic hazards
TSCA Status: Listed
California Proposition 65: Known to cause cancer
IARC Classification: Group 1 Carcinogen
WHMIS: Class D-1A (very toxic), D-2A (very toxic with chronic effects), D-2B (toxic with other effects)
Other regulations: Subject to European REACH, CLP regulations, and other national guidelines. Follow all applicable requirements for use and handling.
