Gedung Bank Panin Senayan Lantai 3, Jl. Jend.

Sudirman Kav 1, Jakarta Pusat 10270

Telp. : (021) 5735432 Fax. : (021) 5735442 email: management@hpalnickel.com

Date of Issue: 28th May 2021

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY

1.1 Identification of the Product

Product name : Mixed Hydroxide Precipitate (MHP)

Synonyms : (Ni,Co,Mn)(OH)2, FQMan Nickel Hydroxide, Hydroxide

Precipitate, MHP, Ni(OH)2, Nickel Cobalt Mixed Hydroxide
Concentrate, Nickel Dihydroxide, Nickel Hydroxide, Nickel-Cobalt
Hydroxide, NiO.H2O

1.2 Manufacturer’s Name & Address

Company name : PT. Halmahera Persada Lygend (PT. HPL)

Address : Gd. Panin Bank Victoria Lt. 3, Jl. Jend. Sudirman, Senayan,
Jakarta Pusat
Region / County : Jakarta / Indonesia

Company Phone : +62 21 5735432

SECTION 2: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Most common ingredients:

Ingredient Content (%) C.A.S Number

Ni >37.0 7440-02-0
Co >4.0 7440-48-4
Fe <0.2 7439-89-6
Mn <8.0 7439-96-5
Mg <0.8 7439-95-4
Si <0.4 7440-21-3
Al <0.2 7429-90-5
Cr <0.10 7440-47-3
Zn <0.8 7440-66-6
Ca <0.4 7440-70-2
Cu <0.1 7440-50-8
H2O 59-63 7732-18-5

SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classified as hazardous
Risk phrases
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R20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed
R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact
R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.

Safety phrases
S2 Do not breathe dust.
S36 Wear suitable protective clothing
S60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data
sheets.

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of first aid measures
Eye If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush continuously with running water. Continue
flushing until advised to stop by a Poisons Information Centre, a doctor, or for
at least 15 minutes.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove from contaminated area.
Skin if skin or hair contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and flush skin and
hair with running water to remove from body.
Ingestion For advice, contact a Poison Information Centre or a doctor at once.
First aid facilities Eye wash facilities and safety shower are recommended.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
No information provided.

4.3 Immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing media
Prevent contamination of drains or waterways.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Nonflammable. May evolve toxic fumes (nickel oxides, cobalt oxides, and manganese oxides) if
strongly heated.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Treat as per requirements for surrounding fires. Evacuate area and contact emergency services.
Remain upwind and notify those downwind of hazard. Wear full protective equipment including Self
Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) when combating fire. Use water fog to cool intact containers
and nearby storage areas.

5.4 Hazchem code

2Z
2 Water Fog (or fine water spray if fog unavailable)
Z Self Contained Breathing apparatus and protective gloves.
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SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as detailed in Section 8 of this Safety Data Sheet. Clear
area of all unprotected personnel.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Prevent product from entering drains and waterways.

6.3 Methods of cleaning up

If split/packages damaged, collect in sealed containers and contact manufacturer for disposal
instructions. For large spills, contain spillage then cover/absorb spill with non-combustible absorbent
material (vermiculite, sand, or similar), collect and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid
generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

6.4 Reference to other sections

See Sections 8 and 13 for exposure controls and disposal.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Before use carefully read the product label. Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid eye
or skin contact and inhalation. Observe good personal hygiene, include washing hands before eating.
Prohibit eating, drinking, and smoking in contaminated areas.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompabilities

Store removed from foodstuffs and avoid dust generation. Ensure containers are adequately labelled,
protected from physical damage and sealed when not in use.

7.3 Spesific end use(s)

No information provided.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Control parameters
Exposure standards
TWA STEL
Ingredient Reference
ppm mg/m3 ppm mg/m3
Nickel, metal SWA (AUS) - 1 - -
Silica, fused SWA (AUS) - - - -

Biological limits
No biological limit values have been entered for this product.

8.2 Exposure controls

Engineering Controls Avoid inhalation. Use in well ventilated areas. Keep damp to prevent dust
generation. Where an inhalation risk exists, mechanical extraction ventilation
is recommended. Maintain dust levels below the recommended exposure
standard.
PPE
Eye/Face Wear dust-proof googles.
Hand Wear PVC or rubber gloves.
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Body Wear coveralls.
Respiratory Where an inhalation risk exists, wear a Class P2 (Particulate) respirator.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Property Value
Appearance Green Hydrated Solid
Odour Odourless
Flammability Non Flammable
Flash Point Not Relevant
Boiling Point Not Available
Melting Point Not Available
Evaporation Rate Not Available
pH Neutral
Vapour Density Not Available
Specific Gravity Not Available
Solubility (water) Weakly Soluble
Vapour Pressure Not Available
Upper Explosion Limit Not Relevant
Lower Explosion Limit Not Relevant
Autoignition Temperature Not Available
Decomposition Temperature > 230°C
Viscosity Not Available
Partition Coefficient Not Available

9.2 Other information

Bulk density 750 kg/m3 to 1200 kg/m3

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity
Carefully review all information in sections 10.2 to 10.6.

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under recommended conditions of storage.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Polymerization will not occur.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Avoid heat or generating dust.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Dissolves in acidic solutions.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

May evolve toxic fumes (nickel oxides, cobalt oxides and manganese oxides) if strongly heated.

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
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Health hazard Moderate toxicity – slightly corrosive. This product has the potential to cause
adverse health effects with over exposure. Use safe work practices to avoid
eye or skin contact and inhalation. Chronic exposure may result in severe
irritation. Over exposure may result in nasal and respiratory disease. Nickel
compounds are classified as carcinogenic to humans (IARC Group 1).
However, due to the product form (i.e. dampened solid) the risk of exposure is
greatly reduced.
Eye slightly corrosive – irritant. Contact may result in irritation, lacrimation pain,
redness, conjunctivitis and possible burns.
Inhalation irritant – toxic. Over exposure to dust may result in mucous membrane irritation
and sensitisation. High level exposure may result in toxic systemic effects.
Nickel salts have been shown to cause an increased incidence of asthma and
bronchitis, decreased pulmonary function and increased incidence of lung and
nasal cancers. IARC have concluded that strong inorganic acid mists
containing sulphuric acid are carcinogenic to humans, causing cancer of the
larynx and lung (IARC Group 1).
Skin slightly corrosive. Contact may result in irritation, redness, pain, rash, and
dermatitis. May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Ingestion moderate toxicity – slightly corrosive. Ingestion may result in gastrointestinal
irritation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and ulceration. Nickel is poorly
absorbed through the stomach.
Toxicity data NICKEL HYDROXIDE (12054-48-7)
LC50 (Inhalation) : 1200 mg/m3/4 hours (rat)
LD50 (Ingestion) : 1515 mg/kg (rat)
LD50 (skin) : > 2000 mg/kg (rat)
LD50 (subcutaneous) : 50 mg/kg (mouse)
TDLo (Intramuscular) : 0.48 mg/kg (rat)
COBALT (II) HYDROXIDE (21041-93-0)
LD50 (Ingestion) : > 5000 mg/kg (rat)

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Toxicity
Nickel hydroxide is classified as very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment. The following L(E)C 50 values have been determined assuming
the product is fully dissolved : NiSO4 (mg/L) MHP (mg/L) Fish > 100 > 160 Daphnia 9.5 15 Algae
0.75 1.2

12.2 Persistence and degradability

No information provided.

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

No information provided.

12.4 Mobility in soil

No information provided.

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

No information provided.
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12.6 Other adverse effects

AQUATIC : Mobility of nickel is controlled by various sorbents which scavenge it from solution. In
pristine environments, hydrous oxides of iron & manganese control its mobility via sorption & co -
precipitation. In polluted environments, the most abundant organic material will keep nickel soluble.
Nickel is one of the most mobile heavy metals in aquatic environments and can persist indefinitely
in natural waters.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Waste disposal Solutions : Cover with sodium carbonate (soda ash), lime or similar alkali to
ensure pH greater than 8.5. Collect precipitated solids in sealable containers
and label accordingly. Solids : Dampen if necessary and avoid dust generation.
Collect solids and store in sealable labelled containers. Absorb with soil and
contact the manufacturer for disposal instructions.
Legislations Dispose of in accordance with relevant local legislation.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Classified as a dangerous good by the criteria of the ADG Code, but not by IMDG/IMO and IATA/ICAO

Land Transport Sea Transport Air Transport

(ADG) (IMDG/IMO) (IATA/ICAO)
14.1 UN Number 3077 - -
14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name Environmentally - -
Hazardous
Substance,
Solid, N.O.S.
14.3 Transport hazard classes
DG Class 9 - -
Subsidiary Risk(s) None Allocated - -
14.4 Packing Group III - -
14.5 Environmental Hazards None Allocated
14.6 Special Precautions for User
Hazchem Code 2Z

International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code Not Regulated

International Civil Aviation Organization Technical Instructions for the Not Regulated
Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Air
U.S. Dept. Of Transport Regulations Not Regulated
Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act Not Regulated
European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Not Regulated
Dangerous Goods by Road

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1 Safety, health, and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or
mixture
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Poison schedule A poison schedule number has not been allocated to this product using the
criteria in the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons
(SUSMP)
European symbols Carc. – Carcinogen
N – Dangerous for the environment
Xn – Harmful

Inventory listing(s) AUSTRALIA : AICS (Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances)

All components are listed on AICS, or are exempt.

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

Additional ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTANT : This compound is reported to be
information toxic to aquatic organisms and some citrus plants in low concentrations. All
care must be taken to ensure contamination of waterways is eliminated.

NICKEL : Reported and potential adverse health effects associated with

occupational exposure to Nickel metal and inorganic compounds include ; an
increased risk of nasal, lung and possibly laryngeal cancer in nickel refinery
workers; increased risk of gastric cancer; increased risk of sarcoma (cancer
arising from connective tissue); severe irritation of the upper respiratory tract;
pulmonary irritation and fibrosis; pneumoconiosis; bronchial asthma; increased
susceptibility to respiratory infections ; and dermatitis.

RESPIRATORS : in general the use of respirators should be limited and

engineering controls employed to avoid exposure. If respiratory equipment
must be worn ensure correct respirator selection and training is undertaken.
Remember that some respirators may be extremely uncomfortable when used
for long periods. The use of air powered or air supplied respirators should be
considered where prolonged or repeated use is necessary,

HEALTH EFFECTS FROM EXPOSURE :

It should be noted that the effects from exposure to this product will depend on
several factors including : frequency and duration of use; quantity used;
effectiveness of control measures; protective equipment used and method of
application. Given that it is impractical to prepare a report which would
encompass all possible scenarios, it is anticipated that users will assess the
risks and apply control methods where appropriate.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES :

The recommendation for protective equipment contained within this Safety
Data Sheet report is provided as a guide only. Factors such as method of
application, working environment, quantity used, product concentration and the
availability of engineering controls should be considered before final selection
of personal protective equipment is made.

COLOUR RATING SYSTEM : PT. HPL has assigned all Safety Data Sheet
reports a colour rating of Green, Amber or Red for the sole purpose of providing
users with a quick and easy means of determining the hazardous nature of a
product. Safe handling recommendations are provided in all Safety Data Sheet
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reports so as to clearly identify how users can control the hazards and thereby
reduce the risk (or likelihood) of adverse effects. As a general guideline, a
Green colour rating indicates a low hazard, an Amber colour rating indicates a
moderate hazard and a Red colour rating indicates a high hazard.

While all due care has been taken by PT. HPL in the preparation of the Colour
Rating System, it is intended as a guide only and PT. HPL does not provide
any warranty in relation to the accuracy of the Colour Rating System. As far as
is lawfully possible, PT. HPL accepts no liability or responsibility whatsoever
for the actions or omissions of any person in reliance on the Colour Rating
System.

Abbreviations ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial

Hygienists
CAS# Chemical Abstract Service number – used to uniquely
identify chemical compounds
CNS Central Nervous System
EC No. EC No – European Community Number
GHS Globally Harmonized System
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
LD50 Lethal Dose, 50% / Median Lethal Dose
mg/m3 Milligrams per Cubic Metre
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
pH Relates to hydrogen ion concentration using a scale of 0
(high acidic) to 14 (highly alkaline)
ppm Parts Per Million
REACH Regulation on registration, evaluation, authorization and
restriction of chemicals
STOT-RE Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure)
STOT-SE Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure)
SUSMP Standard for the uniform scheduling of medicines and
poisons
TLV Threshold Limit Value
TWA/OEL Time Weighted Average or Occupational Exposure Limit

Disclaimer:
• T h i s Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is prepared with our best knowledge and with our best
faith. It is based on information that is currently under discussion. The information in this MSDS will
be updated when final decisions are reached;
• P T H P L provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no representation as
to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate
precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product. It does not
represent a guarantee of the properties of the product.