[TheForge] Metal Toxicity

[MRScherm at aol.com]

A couple of years ago, at a conference on Ni sensivity (allergenicity), 
reports of studies showed that even 4 parts per million was enough to cause a 
reaction to nickel in those predisposed to Ni as an allergen.   Even metal eyeglass 
frames containing Nickel will cause a severe reaction to those sensitive to 
it, it doesn't have to be vaporized or even heated, just some amount of contact 
can cause the problem.   So, if you are allergic to Ni or become allergic to 
it, it would seem not to be a good idea to handle it or alloys containing it.  
Forge iron; it's safe, much easier to forge, and very few are allergic to it.
Mike Schermerhorn



In a message dated 1/29/2005 10:46:22 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
Hochewa at aol.com writes:

> About 10% of the general population has a sensitivity to nickel.