Hazard
Confirmed carcinogen.
Potential Exposure
It may be found in the workplace as a
dust, liquid, or acid solution. This compound may be used
in nickel plating operations.
First aid
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any
contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least
15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek
medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the
skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately
with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately.
If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure,
begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions, including
resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR if
heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical
facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical
attention. Give large quantities of water and do not
induce vomiting. Medical observation is recommended for
24 48 hours after breathing overexposure, as pulmonary
edema may be delayed. As first aid for pulmonary edema,
a doctor or authorized paramedic may consider administering
a drug or other inhalation therapy.
Shipping
UN3077 Environmentally hazardous substances,
solid, n.o.s., Hazard Class: 9; Labels: 9-Miscellaneous hazardous
material, Technical Name Required.
Incompatibilities
Incompatible with strong acids. Aqueous
solution may be acidic.
Chemical Properties
Black powder.
Chemical Properties
Nickel hydroxide is a light, apple-green powder.
Waste Disposal
Recover and recycle where
possible or dispose of in a chemical waste landfill.
Production Methods
Nickel hydroxide is obtained either by treating nickel sulfate
solution with sodium hydroxide or by hot alcohol extraction
of the precipitate formed as a result of the reaction of nickel
nitrate with potassium hydroxide. Nickel hydroxide is
used for the manufacture of nickel–cadmium electric
cells, and as an intermediate product during the manufacture
of nickel catalysts.
Flammability and Explosibility
Nonflammable
