Copper Nickel Alloy |
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SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 PRODUCT AND SUPPLIER IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Copper-Nickel Alloy - rod, wire, pieces, target Other: Copper-Ni
Supplier: ESPI Metals 1050 Benson Way Ashland, OR 97520 Telephone: 800-638-2581 Fax: 541-488-8313 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Emergency: Infotrac 800-535-5053 (US) or 352-323-3500 (24 hour) Recommended Uses: Scientific Research
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
GHS Classification (29 CFR 1910.1200): Not classified as hazardous GHS Label Elements: Signal Word: N/A Hazard Statements: N/A Precautionary Statements: N/A
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Ingredient: CAS#: %: EC#: Copper 7440-50-8 50-99 231-159-6 Nickel 7440-02-0 1-50 231-111-4
4 FIRST AID MEASURES General Measures: Under normal handling and use, exposure to solid forms of this material present few health hazards. Subsequent operations such as grinding, melting or welding may produce potentially hazardous dust or fumes which can be inhaled or come in contact with the skin or eyes. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Seek medical attention. INGESTION: Rinse mouth with water. Do not 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 soap and water. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. EYES: Flush eyes with lukewarm water, including under upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Most Important Symptoms/Effects, Acute and Delayed: May cause irritation. See section 11 for more information. Indication of Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment: No other relevant information available.
5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media: Use suitable extinguishing media for surrounding material and type of fire. Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: No information available.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Material: This product does not present fire or explosion hazards as shipped. Small chips, fine turnings and dust from processing may be ignitable. May emit metal oxide fumes under fire conditions. Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: Full face, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing when necessary.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures: Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in section 8. Avoid dust formation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing dust or fume. Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up: Sweep or scoop up. Place in a closed container for further handling and disposal. Scrap can be collected for recycling. Environmental Precautions: Do not allow to enter drains or to be released to the environment.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid creating dust. Provide adequate ventilation if dusts are created. See section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. Conditions for Safe Storage: Store in a sealed container. Store in a cool, dry area. See section 10 for more information on incompatible materials.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION Exposure Limits: OSHA/PEL: ACGIH/TLV: Copper 0.1 mg/m3 0.2 mg/m3 Nickel 1 mg/m3 1.5 mg/m3Engineering Controls: Ensure adequate ventilation to maintain exposures below occupational limits. Whenever possible the use of local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls is the preferred method of controlling exposure to airborne dust and fume to meet established occupational exposure limits. Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air.
Respiratory Protection: If permissible levels are exceeded, use NIOSH approved dust respirator. Eye Protection: Safety glasses Skin Protection: Not normally needed. Wear impermeable gloves, protective work clothing as necessary.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance: Form: Solid in various forms Color: Silver-copper colored Odor: Odorless Odor Threshold: Not determined pH: N/A Melting Point: No data Boiling Point: No data Flash Point: N/A Evaporation Rate: N/A Flammability: No data Upper Flammable Limit: No data Lower Flammable Limit: No data
Vapor Pressure: No data Vapor Density: N/A Relative Density (Specific Gravity): No data
Solubility in H2O: Insoluble Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Autoignition Temperature: No data Decomposition Temperature: No data Viscosity: N/A
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Reactivity: No data Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions. Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No data Conditions to Avoid: Avoid creating or accumulating fines or dusts. Incompatible Materials: Acids, oxidizers. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Metal oxide fume.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eyes. Product as shipped does not present an inhalation hazard; however subsequent operations may create dusts or fumes which could be inhaled. Symptoms of Exposure: Fines/dusts may irritate skin and eyes.
Acute and Chronic Effects: Copper: Copper is a trace element that is essential for human health. Chronic exposure to copper dust can irritate the respiratory tract, nose, mouth and eyes, and cause headaches, dizziness, nausea and diarrhea. Ingestion of excessive amounts of copper may cause gastrointestinal distress. Chronic ingestion may damage the liver and kidneys. Nickel: The most common harmful health effect of metallic nickel in humans is an allergic skin reaction in those who are sensitive to nickel. Although nickel compounds are known human carcinogens, the evidence suggests that the relatively insoluble metallic nickel is less likely to present a carcinogenic hazard than are the nickel compounds that tend to release proportionately more nickel ion. Acute Toxicity: No data Carcinogenicity: Nickel: NTP: R - reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen IARC: 2B - possibly carcinogenic to humans To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological characteristics of the substance are not fully known.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity: No data Persistence and Degradability: No data Bioaccumulative Potential: No data Mobility in Soil: No data Other Adverse Effects: No further relevant information available.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste Disposal Method: Product: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations. Packaging: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION Shipping Regulations: Not regulated UN Number: N/A UN Proper Shipping Name: N/A Transport Hazard Class: N/A Packing Group: N/A Marine Pollutant: No
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION TSCA Listed: All components are listed. Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP): N/A Canada WHMIS Classification (CPR, SOR/88-66): N/A HMIS Ratings: Health: 0 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 NFPA Ratings: Health: 0 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Chemical Safety Assessment: A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out.
16 OTHER INFORMATION The information contained in this document is based on the state of our knowledge at the time of publication and is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. ESPI Metals makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. ESPI Metals shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. Users should satisfy themselves that they have all current data relevant to their particular use.
Prepared by: ESPI Metals Revised/Reviewed: December 2014 |