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Agent Name Nickel naphthenate
CAS Number 61788-71-4
Major Category Metals
Synonyms Naphthenic acids, nickel salts; [ChemIDplus]
Category Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description Dark-green and viscous; Not soluble in water; [MSDSonline]
Comments Harmful if swallowed; May cause skin sensitization; Chronic inhalation of nickel compounds in high concentrations is linked to lung cancer and nasal sinus cancer. [MSDSonline] See "Nickel and compounds."
Adverse Effects
Skin Sensitizer Yes
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