Name:
Dicobalt Octacarbonyl
Synonym:
Cobalt Carbonyl; Cobalt Tetracarbonyl Dimer
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Dicobalt Octacarbonyl
Synonym:Cobalt Carbonyl; Cobalt Tetracarbonyl Dimer
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 10210-68-1 | Cobalt Carbonyl | 100 | 233-514-0 |
Hazard Symbols: XN F Risk Phrases: 11 22 42/43 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Harmful if swallowed. May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.Air sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of fumes may cause metal fume fever, which is characterized by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever, chills, cough, weakness, chest pain, muscle pain and increased white blood cell count. May cause respiratory tract irritation. In rare instances, exposure may cause sensitization, resulting in inflammation of the mucous membranes and in eczematous eruptions.
Chronic:
May cause kidney injury. Cobalt compounds may cause cancer based upon animal studies.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Antidote: There exists several chelation agents. The determination of there use should be made only by qualified medical personnel.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
Evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance. As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. May burn with invisible flame. Water Reactive. Material will react with water and may release a flammable and/or toxic gas. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Spontaneously ignitable in air. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. May burn rapidly with flare burning effect. May re-ignite after fire is extinguished.
Containers may explode if exposed to fire.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT use water directly on fire. Do NOT get water inside containers. Contact professional fire-fighters immediately. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. For small fires, use dry chemical, soda ash, lime or sand.
For large fires, use dry sand, dry chemical, soda ash or lime or withdraw from area and let fire burn.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Isolate area and deny entry. Place under an inert atmosphere. Do not use combustible materials such as paper towels to clean up spill.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Handle under an inert atmosphere. Store protected from air.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Store in a cool, dry place.
Keep away from water. Refrigerator/flammables. Keep containers tightly closed. Do not expose to air. Store under an inert atmosphere.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 10210-68-1: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as cobalt compounds): 0.1 mg/m TWA (as Co) United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as cobalt compounds): 0.3 mg/ STEL (as Co) Belgium - TWA: 0.1 mg/m3 VLE (as Co) France - VME: 0.1 mg/m3 VME (as Co) Japan: (listed as cobalt compounds): 0.05 mg/m3 OEL (as Co) Malaysia: 0.1 mg/m3 TWA (as Co) Netherlands: 0.1 mg/m3 MAC (as Co) Spain: 0.1 mg/m3 VLA-ED (as Co) Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHAs 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use. Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Solid
Color: dark orange
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 52 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 51.00 - 52.00 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: N/A
Explosion Limits, upper: N/A
Decomposition Temperature: > 52 deg C
Solubility in water: insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.8100g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C8Co2O8
Molecular Weight: 341.8616
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Powder or liquid is pyrophoric.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, dust generation, exposure to air, strong oxidants.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, oxides of cobalt.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 10210-68-1: GG0300000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 10210-68-1: Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 26900 ug/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 165 mg/m3; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 378 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 754 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Cobalt Carbonyl - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 4.1
UN Number: 1325
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 4.1
UN Number: 1325
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 4.1
UN Number: 1325
Packing group: II
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN F
Risk Phrases:
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and
skin contact.
Safety Phrases:
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
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