SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Tetrabutylammonium bis(4-methyl-1,2-benzenedithiolato)nickelate
Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. NI-OMX-01-15492
CAS #: 15492-42-9
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351
Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300
International: +1 703-527-3887
SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Classification
Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4
Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4
Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3
Label elements
Signal word Warning
Hazard statements
HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED
Harmful in contact with skin
HARMFUL IF INHALED
Causes skin irritation
Causes serious eye irritation
May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or
dizziness
Symbols/Pictograms
Precautionary Statements - Prevention Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after
handling
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face
protection
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Precautionary Statements - Response
NFPA HMIS
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
rinsing
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a
position comfortable for breathing
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if
you feel unwell
Rinse mouth
Precautionary Statements - Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Store locked up
Precautionary Statements - Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal
plant
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) N/A
Other Information
NFPA
Health hazards 0
Flammability 0
Instability 0
Physical and chemical properties -
HMIS
Health hazards 0
Flammability 0
Physical hazards 0
Personal protection X
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS No 15492-42-9
Molecular Weight 609.66
Formula C30H48NNiS4
Chemical Name CAS No weight-% Oral LD50 dermal LD50 Inhalation LC50
Tetrabutylammonium
bis(4-methyl-1,2-benzenedit
hiolato)nickelate
15492-42-9 >98 - - -
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
First Aid Measures
General advice If symptoms persist, call a physician. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Do
not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Eye contact Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and
continue flushing for at least 15 minutes. Keep eye wide open while rinsing. If symptoms
persist, call a physician.
Skin Contact Consult a physician if necessary. Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while
removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Wash off immediately with plenty of water. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.
Immediate medical attention is not required.
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Call a physician. If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer
artificial respiration. Avoid direct contact with skin. Use barrier to give mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Artificial respiration and/or oxygen may be necessary. Immediate medical
attention is not required. Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapors. If
symptoms persist, call a physician.
Ingestion Rinse mouth. Drink plenty of water. If symptoms persist, call a physician. Do NOT induce
vomiting. Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Never give anything
by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician.
Self-protection of the first aider Use personal protective equipment as required.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms No data available.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Note to physicians Treat symptomatically.
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Suitable Extinguishing Media Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the
surrounding environment.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media None.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Specific hazards arising from the
chemical
No data available.
Hazardous combustion products Hydrogen sulfide. Carbon oxides. Nitrogen oxides (NOx).
Explosion data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No data available.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge No data available.
Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
Protective equipment and precautions
for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH
(approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions Use personal protective equipment as required. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep
people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. Do not flush into
surface water or sanitary sewer system. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Prevent product from entering drains. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for containment Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Methods for cleaning up
Use personal protective equipment as required. Cover powder spill with plastic sheet or tarp
to minimize spreading and keep powder dry. Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate
containers for disposal. Avoid creating dust. Clean contaminated surface thoroughly. Soak
up with inert absorbent material. Dam up. Pick up and transfer to properly labeled
containers. Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. After cleaning, flush
away traces with water. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Use personal protective equipment as required.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use with local exhaust ventilation.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Conditions Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep out of the reach of
children. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Keep in properly
labeled containers.
Incompatible materials None known based on information supplied.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters
Exposure Guidelines This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational
exposure limits established by the region specific regulatory bodies.
Appropriate engineering controls
Engineering Controls Showers
Eyewash stations
Ventilation systems
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Tight sealing safety goggles. Face protection shield.
Skin and Body Protection Wear protective gloves and protective clothing.
Respiratory protection If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, NIOSH/MSHA approved
respiratory protection should be worn. Positive-pressure supplied air respirators may be
required for high airborne contaminant concentrations. Respiratory protection must be
provided in accordance with current local regulations.
General Hygiene Considerations When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Regular cleaning of equipment, work area and
clothing is recommended.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State Solid
Appearance No data available
Odor No data available
Property Values
pH No data available
Melting point/freezing point 149 °C
Boiling point No data available
Flash point No data available
Density No data available
Evaporation rate No data available
Upper flammability limits No data available
Lower flammability limit No data available
Vapor pressure No data available
Vapor density No data available
Specific gravity No data available
Water solubility No data available
Solubility in other solvents No data available
Partition coefficient No data available
Autoignition temperature No data available
Decomposition temperature No data available
Kinematic viscosity No data available
Explosive properties No data available
Oxidizing properties No data available
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity N/A
Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.
Hazardous polymerization No data available.
Conditions to avoid Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.
Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Hydrogen sulfide. Carbon oxides. Nitrogen oxides (NOx).
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on likely routes of exposure
Inhalation No data available.
Eye contact No data available.
Skin Contact No data available.
Ingestion No data available.
Information on toxicological effects
Symptoms No data available.
Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure
Chronic Toxicity Avoid repeated exposure.
Numerical measures of toxicity - Product Information
Unknown acute toxicity No data available
The following values are calculated based on chapter 3.1 of the GHS document
ATEmix (oral) 500 mg/kg
ATEmix (dermal) 1100 mg/kg
ATEmix (inhalation-dust/mist) 1.5 mg/l
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
100% of the mixture consists of components(s) of unknown hazards to the aquatic environment.
Persistence and degradability No data available.
Bioaccumulation No data available.
Mobility No data available.
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal of wastes Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and
regulations.
Contaminated packaging Do not reuse container.
Other Information Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product
was used.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Not regulated
IMDG Not regulated
IATA Not regulated
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories
X - Listed
TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b) Inventory
DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic Substances List
EINECS/ELINCS - European Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances/European List of Notified Chemical Substances
ENCS - Japan Existing and New Chemical Substances
IECSC - China Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances
KECL - Korean Existing and Evaluated Chemical Substances
PICCS - Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances
US Federal Regulations
SARA 313
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA). This product does not contain any
chemicals which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 372.
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
Acute health hazard Yes
Chronic Health Hazard No
Fire hazard No
Sudden release of pressure hazard No
Reactive hazard No
CWA (Clean Water Act)
This product does not contain any substances regulated as pollutants pursuant to the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 122.21 and 40
CFR 122.42).
US State Regulations
California Proposition 65
This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.
U.S. State Right-to-Know Regulations
This product does not contain any substances regulated by state right-to-know regulations
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.
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