12145-60-7

Synonym:Chloro(methallyl)nickel (II) dimer

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title compound12145-60-7100%0.2mg/m3(as Ni)1mg/m3 (as Ni)

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Dust may cause headaches, sore throat, shortness of breath and
Emergency Overview:
lung damage. Ingestion of large amounts may cause convulsions and asphyxia. May cause cancer.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes
Eye Contact:Causes mild to moderate irritation to the eyes. May cause redness and pain.
Skin Contact:Causes moderate irritation of the skin with redness or rash. Prolonged contact may cause dermatitis.
Inhalation:Inhalation causes irritation to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion:Ingestion may lead to dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness and convulsions.
Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. May causes intestinal disorders, convulsions, asphyxia,
Acute Health Affects:
sensitization dermatitis, allergic asthma and pneumonitis. May cause cancer.
Prolonged exposure to nickel and nickel compounds may lead to skin irritation and dermatitis. May cause
Chronic Health Affects:
cancer.
NTP:Yes
IARC:Yes
OSHA:No

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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 water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
Skin Exposure:
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. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:no data
Autoignition Temperature:none
Explosion Limits:none
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam.
Fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may emit toxic fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazard.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non combustible adsorbent and
Spill and Leak Procedures:
swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Keep material in a tightly sealed container. Store cold. Prolonged exposure to moisture will result in
Handling and Storage:
degradation of the product. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon.

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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 protective clothing and gloves.
Ventilation: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:Handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:orange-brown xtl.
Molecular Weight:298.49
Melting Point:none
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:insoluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air sensitve, moisture sensitive (store cold)
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:moisture sensitive (store cold)
Incompatibility:oxygen, oxidizing agents and halogens
Decomposition Products:carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic fumes, hydrochloric acid and chloride.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects:Carcinogen (as Ni)
Mutagenic Effects:no data
Tetratogenic Effects:no data

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:Dispose of according to federal, state, and local regulations.

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SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):NA
UN ID Number (CFR):NA
Shipping Name (IATA):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):NA
UN ID Number (IATA):NA

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):See category code N495 for reporting.
Second Ingredient:none

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A