Two-Part Nickel Test and Coating Kit for Jewelry and Metal Items with a Clear Protective Lacquer

This nickel test and coating kit pairs a swab-based metal test with a clear lacquer for areas that touch your skin. Nickel Solution includes Nickel Alert testing liquid and Nickel Guard coating, giving you a way to check jewelry or other metal items before applying the coating where nickel is detected.

The testing liquid produces a pink-red indication on a cotton swab when nickel is detected. The coating is brushed onto metal contact areas in thin layers, with drying time between coats. As the coating wears with use, retest and reapply as needed.

Use only on metal items and test an inconspicuous area first. Existing varnish or antique finishes can dissolve during testing. Use the testing liquid in a well-ventilated area; the kit contains a flammable liquid.

Features

• Combines nickel testing liquid and a clear protective metal coating in one kit.
• Swab testing gives a visible pink-red indication when nickel is detected.
• The testing component comes in a squeezable 0.5 oz (14.8 ml) bottle.
• The coating component is formulated without formaldehyde, toluene or dibutyl phthalate.
• Suitable for checking metal items such as jewelry and watches, subject to an inconspicuous-area test.

Specifications

• System: Two-part nickel test and coating kit
• Included components: Nickel Alert testing liquid and Nickel Guard coating
• Variant: Clear Liquid
• Testing liquid volume: 0.5 oz (14.8 ml)
• Testing method: Apply 2–3 drops to a cotton swab and rub the metal firmly for 15–30 seconds
• Positive indication: Pink-red color on the swab
• Coating application: Brush 2–3 thin coats onto metal areas that touch the skin; let dry between coats
• Maintenance: Retest and reapply the coating as necessary
• Use restriction: Metal items only
• Safety: Use testing liquid in a well-ventilated area; contains a flammable liquid

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check jewelry for nickel with this kit?

Apply 2–3 drops of Nickel Alert to a fresh cotton swab, then rub the metal firmly for 15–30 seconds. A pink-red color indicates nickel. Test an inconspicuous area first and do not reuse the swab.

Where should I apply the clear coating?

Apply Nickel Guard to metal areas that touch your skin where nickel has been detected. Brush on 2–3 thin coats and let each coat dry before adding the next.

Can I use the test on jewelry with varnish or an antique finish?

Use caution with finished jewelry: Nickel Alert can dissolve existing varnish or antique coatings. Always test an inconspicuous area before treating a visible surface.

Does the coating need to be reapplied?

Yes. Nickel Guard wears with use, so retest the coated metal and reapply as necessary. Nickel Alert can also be used to check whether the coating remains in place.

Does this kit test whether I have a nickel allergy?

No. This kit tests metal items for nickel and supplies a coating for metal contact areas; it does not test your skin or diagnose an allergy.