Section 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Nickel (II) naphthenate, approx. 60% in toluene (6-8% Ni)
CAS Registry Number: 61788-71-4
Formula: Ni salt of napthenic acid
EINECS Number: none
Chemical Family: metal carboxylate
Synonym: Naphthenic acid, nickel salt, in methyl benzene
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 61788-71-4 60% 0.2mg/m3 (as Ni) 1mg/m3 (as Ni)
toluene 108-88-3 40% 50ppm 300ppm (ceiling
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Possible risk of irreversible
Emergency Overview:
effects. May cause cancer.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, eyes, inhalation, skin
Eye Contact: Causes moderate irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact: Causes mild irritation of the skin. Prolonged contact with nickel salts may lead to dermatitis.
Harmful by inhalation. Vapor is irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract and cause
Inhalation:
headache, dizziness, and drowsiness.
Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal distress, vomiting, convulsions, dizziness,
Ingestion:
weakness and drowsiness.
Acute Health Affects: Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic toluene poisoning may result in bone marrow or liver injury. Prolonged exposure to nickel compounds
Chronic Health Affects: may lead to skin irritation and dermatitis. May cause cancer and impair fertility. Possible risk of irreversible
effects.
NTP: Yes
IARC: Yes
OSHA: No
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical
Skin Exposure:
assistance if irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Do not induce vomiting as serious lung damage
Ingestion:
can result if aspirated.
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: 40 °F(toluene)
Autoignition Temperature: 997 °F(toluene)
Explosion Limits: 1-7% in air (Toluene)
Extinguishing Medium: carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Flammable material at elevated temperatures. Formation of explosive air/ vapor mixtures is possible.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Eliminate all ignition sources. Small spills may be adsorbed into diatomaceous earth, sand, or other suitable
Spill and Leak Procedures:
adsorbent, and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container and store in a cool place. Handle in a well ventilated area.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection: Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Ventilation: Material may form a vapor. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation: Material may form a vapor. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: viscous liq.
Molecular Weight: not applicable
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: not applicable
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: organic odor
Solubility in Water: insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air and moisture stable liquid
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Keep away from heat and ignition sources including open flame and electrostatic discharge.
Incompatibility: oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic vapors, and metal oxides and carbonates.
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
No information available in the RTECS files for title compound. Toluene: Oral (human) LDLo: 50 mg/kg;
RTECS Data: Inhalation (human) TCLo: 200 ppm; Inhalation (human) TCLo 100 ppm; Oral (rat) LD50: 636 mg/Kg; Inhalation
(rat) LC50:49gm/m3/4H; Intraperitoneal (rat) LD50:1332mg/Kg; Oral (rat) TDLo(reproductive): 7280 mg/Kg.
Carcinogenic Effects: Carcinogen (as Ni)
Mutagenic Effects: Toluene: Mutagen
Tetratogenic Effects: Toluene: Reproductive effector
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: No information available
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Flammable liquids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR): 3
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): III
UN ID Number (CFR): UN# 1993
Shipping Name (IATA): Flammable liquid, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA): 3
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): III
UN ID Number (IATA): UN# 1993
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Title compound: See Category Code N495 for reporting.
Second Ingredient: Toluene (CAS# 108-88-3): listed TSCA; Listed SARA 313
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A
