MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

I.  PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Manufacturer/Supplier:

ESPI Metals

1050 Benson Way, Ashland, OR 97520

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Product Name:       Inconel (Nickel 600, 625, 718)

Formula:                 Alloy

II.  HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Hazardous

Component      CAS Number         Percent              OSHA/PEL            ACGIH/TLV

Nickel                  7440-02-0             50 - 72                1.0 mg/m³           1.0 mg/m³

Chromium           7440-47-3             14 - 23                1.0 mg/m³              0.5 mg/m³

Iron                    7439-89-6              5 - 22                 10 mg/m³               5 mg/m³

Molybdenum        7439-98-7             2.8 - 10               15 mg/m³             10 mg/m³

Niobium               7440-03-1             3.15 - 5.5              5 mg/m³              5 mg/m³

Manganese          7439-96-5             0.35 - 1.0               5 mg/m³              5 mg/m³

Carbon                7440-44-0             0.08 - 0.15             5 mg/m³            10 mg/m³
 

Cobalt                 7440-48-4             1                         0.1 mg/m³            0.1 mg/m³

Titanium              7440-32-6             0.4 - 1.15            15 mg/m³              10 mg/m³

Aluminum            7429-90-5             0 - 0.8                 N/E                       10 mg/m³

III.  PHYSICAL DATA

Boiling Point:                   N/E or N/A

Melting Point:                  Approximately 1400 ^oC

Specific Gravity:               8 - 9 g/cc

Solubility in H₂O:             Insoluble

Appearance and Odor:     Solid metallic silver metal, odorless

IV.  FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA

Flash Point:  N/A 

Autoignition Temperature:  N/E

Flammable Limits:  Upper:  N/A      Lower:    N/A

Extinguishing Media:  Use suitable extinguishing media for surrounding materials and type of fire.  Powder fires should be extinguished with a class D extinguisher or other metal fire extinguishing agents.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures:  Firefighters must wear full face, self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Unusual Fire and Explosive Hazards:  Finely divided material such as dust, shavings, etc. may be combustible and may be ignited by heat, sparks or flames.  May burn rapidly with flare burning effect.  Fire may produce irritating or poisonous gases.  High concentrations of airborne dust in an enclosed area can explode or burn if exposed to a source of ignition.  Use of water on finely divided material may cause explosive hydrogen gas and heat to be evolved.

V.  HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Effects of Exposure:

To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological properties of inconel alloy have not been thoroughly investigated and reported.  In its solid form, this material has no known toxicological properties other than causing allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to the metals contained in it.  User generated dusts or fumes may cause irritation to skin and eyes.

Under normal handling and use, exposure to massive forms of nickel presents few health hazards.  If, however, massive forms are converted to particulates, then both acute and chronic health hazards are possible.  Nickel is a confirmed carcinogen with experimental carcinogenic, neoplastigenic, tumorigenic and teratogenic data.  Poison by ingestion, intratracheal, intraperitoneal, subcutaneous and intravenous routes.  An experimental teratogen.  Ingestion of soluble salts causes nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.  Hypersensitivity to nickel is common and can cause allergic contact dermatitis, pulmonary asthma, conjunctivitis and inflammatory reactions around nickel containing medical implants and prosthesis.

Chromium is a confirmed human carcinogen with experimental tumorigenic data.  Also a human poison by ingestion with gastrointestinal effects.

Iron compounds may cause vomiting, diarrhea, pink urine, black stool, and liver damage.  Iron compounds may also cause damage to the kidneys.  Irritating to the respiratory tract, iron compounds may cause pulmonary fibrosis if dusts are inhaled.

Molybdenum and its compounds are highly toxic based upon animal experiments.  Symptoms of acute poisoning include severe gastrointestinal irritation with diarrhea, coma and deaths from heart failure.  Experimental animals exposed to high levels accumulated Mo in the lungs, spleen and heart, and showed a decrease of DNA and RNA in the liver, kidneys and spleen. (Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials)

Acute Effects:

Inhalation:  Exposure to high concentrations of metallic fumes or dusts may result in irritation of the respiratory tract and/or sensitization of the lungs and other mucous membranes.  Excessive inhalation of fumes from many metals can produce an acute reaction known as ‘metal fume fever’.

Ingestion:  Ingestion of harmful amounts of product as distributed is unlikely due to its solid, insoluble form.  Ingestion of dust may cause nausea and/or vomiting.  Serious effects may occur if large amounts of dust are swallowed.

Skin:  Exposure to dust may cause irritation or sensitization, possibly leading to dermatitis.

Eye:  Exposure to high concentrations of fumes or dusts may cause irritation and/or sensitization.

Chronic Effects:

Inhalation:  May cause allergic sensitization and asthma, lung inflammation, pneumonitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, siderosis (benign lung disease caused by inhaling iron particles), diffuse pulmonary fibrosis, nasal perforation and nasal cavity damage.

Ingestion:  Large or repeated doses may cause central nervous system damage, possibly permanent, liver damage, gout and inflammation of the joints.

Skin:  May cause dermatitis.

Eye:  May cause eye inflammation.

Carcinogenicity:  Some components of this alloy are listed by NTP, EPA and IARC as carcinogenic or possibly carcinogenic.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

INHALATION:  Remove to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek medical attention if irritation persists.

INGESTION:  Give 1-2 glasses of milk or water and induce vomiting, seek medical attention.  Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

SKIN:  Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash affected area with mild soap and water.  If irritation persists, seek medical attention.

EYES:  Flush eyes, including under upper and lower eyelids, with lukewarm water.  If irritation persists seek medical attention.

VI.  REACTIVITY DATA

Stability:  Stable

Conditions to Avoid: None known

Incompatibility:  Reacts with strong acids to generate hydrogen gas.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:  Toxic metal oxide fumes.

Hazardous Polymerization:  Will not occur

VII.  SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

Steps to Be Taken If Spilled or Released:  (For dusts or powders) wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in section VIII.  Sweep or vacuum up spill using a high efficiency absolute particulate (HEPA) air filter and place in a closed container.  Take care not to raise dust.

Waste Disposal Method:  In accordance with Local, State and Federal Waste Disposal Regulations.

VIII.  SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection:  In dusting conditions use NIOSH approved dust/mist/fume respirators.  Use an air supplied respirator when welding in a confined space.

Ventilation Requirements:  Use local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations of dust and fumes below the TLV.

Gloves:  Gloves and barrier creams may be necessary to prevent skin sensitization and dermatitis.

Eye/Face Protection:  Safety glasses should always be worn when grinding or cutting.  Face shields should be worn with proper eye protection when welding or burning.

Other Clothing or Equipment:  Protective gear suitable to prevent contamination.

IX.  SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage:  No special storage precautions are required for material in solid form.  Store in a cool, dry area.

Other Precautions:  Avoid breathing of and contact with fumes and dusts during processing.  Keep away from incompatible materials.

Work Practices:  Use industrial hygiene air monitoring to ensure that your use of material does not create exposures which exceed recommended limits.  Implement engineering and work practice controls to reduce and maintain concentration of exposure at low levels.  Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices.  Do not use tobacco or food in work area.  Wash thoroughly before eating and smoking.  Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air.  Maintain eyewash capable of sustained flushing, safety drench shower and facilities for washing.

TSCA Listed:  All components are listed.

DOT Regulations:

Solid Forms:

            Hazard Class:                   None

The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide.  ESPI shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.

Issued by:                S. Dierks

Revised/Verified:       April 2011