SAFETY DATA SHEET 

SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Bright Nickel Solution
Other Means of Identification: Not applicable 

Intended Use of the Product: Electroplating bath and brush
Restrictions on Use: For professional use only

Name, Address, and Telephone of the Responsible Party
Distributor: Gold Plating Services 
378 North Main #112 Layton, UT 84041
T: (801) 546 6200
www.GoldPlating.com

Emergency Telephone Number
PERS (801) 629-0667 or (800) 633-8253 

SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the Substance or Mixture 
Acute Toxicity - Oral, Category 4
Sensitization - Skin, Category 1A
Carcinogenicity, Category 1A
Toxic to Reproduction, Category 1B
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure), Category 1
Acute Aquatic Toxicity, Category 1
Chronic Aquatic Toxicity, Category 1

Label Elements
Hazard Pictograms:

Signal Word:
Danger

Hazard Statements:
Harmful if swallowed.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
May cause cancer.
May damage fertility or the unborn child.
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements:
Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product.
Avoid breathing dust, fumes, gas, mist, vapors, or spray.
Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.
Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye and face protection.
Obtain special instructions before use.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Avoid release to the environment.
Call a poison center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Collect spillage.
If swallowed: call a poison center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Rinse mouth, do not swallow.
If on skin: wash with plenty of soap and water.
If skin irritation or rash occurs: get medical advice/attention.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
If exposed or concerned: get medical advice/attention.
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Other Hazards
No data available

Unknown Acute Toxicity
Not applicable

SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Mixture:

Chemical Name

CAS Number

EINECS Number

Concentration

Nickel sulfate hexahydrate

10101-97-0*

232-104-9

24%

Nickel chloride hexahydrate

7791-20-0*

231-743-0

5%

Boric acid

10043-35-3

233-139-2

5%

*Under the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA), hydrates are considered as mixtures of their anhydrous form and water. Accordingly, for the purposes of TSCA the CAS Numbers 7786-81-4 and 7718-54-9 for the anhydrous forms of nickel sulfate and nickel chloride, respectively.


SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove patient to fresh air. Support breathing if required. Obtain medical treatment for dizziness, unconsciousness or irritation or difficulty in breathing.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water. Launder clothing before re-wearing. Seek medical attention for prolonged skin irritation.
Eye Contact: Flush with water, including under lids, for fifteen minutes. Obtain immediate medical attention. 
Ingestion: If patient is conscious, rinse mouth and drink at least two large glasses of water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Obtain immediate medical attention.

Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed
After Inhalation: Vapor or mist may be slightly irritating to nasal and respiratory passages. Symptoms may include: sore throat, cough, burning sensation.
After Skin Contact: Harmful in contact with skin. May cause dermatitis in sensitive individuals. Symptoms may include: redness, pain, swelling, itching, burning.
After Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation. Symptoms may include: redness, pain, swelling, itching, burning, tearing, and blurred vision.
After Ingestion: May cause gastric upset. Symptoms may include: gastrointestinal irritation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting.
Chronic Symptoms: Suspected of causing cancer.

Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
If exposed or concerned, get medical advice and attention. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).


SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use media appropriate for surrounding fire such as foam, extinguishing powder, carbon dioxide, or water fog. In case of fire, cool endangered containers with water fog.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
High pressure water jet

Specific Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
None reported

Advice for Firefighters
Precautionary Measures: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Under fire conditions, hazardous fumes will be present.
Protection During Firefighting: For fires in enclosed areas, wear self contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear. Do not inhale combustion gasses.


SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures
Wear appropriate skin, eye, and respiratory protection. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while cleaning up. Ensure adequate ventilation.

Environmental Precautions
Prevent spills and rinsings from entering storm or sanitary sewers or other waterways and contact with soil.

Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
Wear appropriate personal protective gear including eye, skin and respiratory protection. Contain spilled material and collect by absorption or other suitable method. Flush spill area with water. Do not allow this material or its rinsings to enter storm or sanitary sewers or other waterways.


SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for Safe Handling
Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid prolonged, repeated skin contact and breathing mists or vapors. Use in a well-ventilated area. Do not empty waste into sanitary drains.

Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Store in a cool, dry area. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store only in the original container.


SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Limits

Ingredient

ACGIH TLV

OSHA PEL

Other Limits

Nickel sulfate

0.1 mg/m3 (Ni)(TWA)

1 mg/m3 (Ni)

0.015 mg/m3 (Ni) NIOSH REL

Nickel chloride

0.1 mg/m3 (Ni)(TWA)

1 mg/m3 (Ni)

0.015 mg/m3 (Ni) NIOSH REL

Boric acid

2 mg/m3 (TWA)

None established

1 mg/m3 NIOSH REL

 
Appropriate Engineering Controls
Use in a well-ventilated area with local exhaust.

Personal Protective Equipment
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles or safety glasses with side shields must be worn.
Skin and Body Protection: Wear rubber or neoprene gloves. Wear rubber apron and long sleeves to prevent skin contact. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating or smoking.
Respiratory Protection: Wear appropriate, approved respirator when ventilation is inadequate to meet exposure limits.


SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State: Liquid
Color: Clear, green
Odor: None
Odor Threshold: Not available
Melting/Freezing Point: Not determined
Initial Boiling Point: > 100 °C (> 212 °F)
Flammability (solid, gas): Not applicable
Upper/Lower Explosion Limits: Non-explosive
Flash Point: Not applicable
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
pH: 3.5–4.5
Kinematic Viscosity: Similar to water
Solubility: Completely soluble in water at 20 °C
Partition Coefficient N-Octanol/Water: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Relative Density (H2O = 1) @25 °C: 1.23+/-0.05
Vapor Density: Not determined
Particle Characteristics: Not available

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity: Stable, non-reactive when stored and used according to recommendations.
Chemical Stability: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: None known
Conditions to Avoid: None reported
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids and oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of nickel and sulfur


SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Routes of Exposure and Symptoms
 Inhalation: Vapor or mist may be slightly irritating to nasal and respiratory passages.
Skin Contact: Causes dermatitis (nickel itch) in sensitive individuals.
 Eye Contact: Causes irritation and burns to eyes.
Ingestion: Causes irritation of gastrointestinal tract; may cause gastric upset with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Delayed and Immediate Effects & Chronic Effects from Short and Long Term Exposure
Reproductive Effects: No applicable information available
Target Organ Effects: No applicable information available
Chronic Effects: Can cause cancer

Acute Toxicity Estimates
Acute Oral Toxicity: LD50: 275 mg/kg (rat, nickel sulfate hexahydrate)
LD50: 157 mg/kg (rat, nickel chloride hexahydrate)
LD50: 2660 mg/kg (rat, boric acid)
Acute Dermal Toxicity: No applicable information available
Acute Inhalation Toxicity: No applicable information available
Acute Eye Irritation: No applicable information available

Interactive Effects
No data available

Carcinogen Listings
 IARC: Yes (Group 1) Nickel sulfate   
NTP:    Yes
 OSHA: No


SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity
Mortality LOEC: 4.9 mg/l – 216 hours (rainbow trout, nickel sulfate)
EC50: 2 mg/l – 48 hour (Daphnia magna, nickel sulfate)
Mortality NOEC: 4.9 mg/l – 96 hours (rainbow trout, nickel chloride anhydrous)
EC50: 0.51 mg/l – 48 hour (Daphnia magna, nickel chloride hexahydrate)
LC50: 150 mg/l – 24 days (rainbow trout, boric acid)
LC50: 133 mg/l – 48 hour (Daphnia magna, boric acid)

Persistence and Degradability
There is no data reported for this material; however, this product is harmful to aquatic life.

Bioaccumulative Potential
Bioaccumulation factor (BCF) 11.3 – 46.5 hours (carp, nickel sulfate)

Mobility in Soil
 Accidental spillage may lead to penetration in the soil and groundwater. Improper handling and disposal of this material may cause environmental damage.

Other Adverse Effects
Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Disposal of this material is subject to user compliance with applicable laws and regulations and consideration of product characteristics at time of disposal.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

In Accordance with DOT, IMDG, and IATA: Not regulated for transport


SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

Inventory Status
 All components are on TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, AICS, and DSL.

US Federal Regulations
U.S. Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III:
SARA (311/312) HAZARD CATEGORIES

None

Immediate

Delayed

Fire

Reactive

Pressure Generating

X

X


SARA 313: This product contains the following SARA 313 Toxic Release Chemicals:

Chemical Name

CAS Number

Concentration

Nickel sulfate hexahydrate

10101-97-0

24%

Nickel chloride hexahydrate

7791-20-0

5%

 
US State Regulations
The following product components are cited on the lists below:

Chemical Name

CAS Number

List Citations

Nickel sulfate hexahydrate

10101-97-0

California Proposition 65

Nickel chloride hexahydrate

7791-20-0

California Proposition 65

 

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OR LAST REVISION

Current SDS preparation date: October 15, 2024
Last SDS Preparation Date: January 15, 2022
Original SDS preparation date: June 15, 2014

Other Information
 This document has been prepared in accordance with the SDS requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.

Disclaimer: To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named manufacturer/supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of the suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.