Nickel(II) fluoride

Synonyms

Nickel difluoride; Nickel fluoride (NiF2); Nickel(II) fluoride (1:2); Nickelous fluoride; [ChemIDplus]

Category

Nickel Compounds, Inorganic

Description

Yellow to green crystals, slightly soluble in water; [Merck Index]

Sources/Uses

Used in catalysts, varistors, battery cathodes, and to make elemental fluorine for research and lasers; [HSDB]

Comments

Warning: possible fluorosis after chronic exposure; [Merck Index] Nickel compounds (7440-02-0) are classified by IARC as Group 1 (known human carcinogens). [ACGIH Guide to Occupational Exposure Values] See "Nickel" and linked occupational diseases. See "FLUORIDES."

Biomedical References

Fluorides in urine = 2 mg/L prior to shift or 3 mg/L at end of shift; (Repeated measurements recommended.)

0.1 mg/m3, inhalable fraction, as Ni (2.5 mg/m3 as F)

1 mg/m3, as Ni (2.5 mg/m3 as F)

1 mg/m3, as F, inhalable fraction

Yes

Yes

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:

• Asthma, occupational
• Contact dermatitis, allergic

Processes

Industrial Processes with risk of exposure:

• Battery Manufacturing