Name:
Cobalt(II) oxide
Synonym:
Cobltous oxid
CAS:
1307-96-6
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Cobalt(II) oxide
Synonym:Cobltous oxid
Synonym:Cobltous oxid
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 1307-96-6 | Cobalt(II) oxide | 215-154-6 |
| Hazard Symbols: XN N Risk Phrases: 22 40 43 50/53 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic:
Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Harmful if swallowed. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic:
Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
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.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 1307-96-6: 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) Japan: (listed as cobalt compounds): 0.05 mg/m3 OEL (as Co) Malaysia: (listed as cobalt, inorganic compounds): 0.02 mg/m3 TWA Co) Spain: (listed as cobalt, inorganic compounds): 0.02 mg/m3 VLA-ED Co) Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Not available.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
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.
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 1307-96-6: 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) Japan: (listed as cobalt compounds): 0.05 mg/m3 OEL (as Co) Malaysia: (listed as cobalt, inorganic compounds): 0.02 mg/m3 TWA Co) Spain: (listed as cobalt, inorganic compounds): 0.02 mg/m3 VLA-ED Co) Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Not available.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
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: Powder
Color: green - brown
Odor: odorless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 1785 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: Insoluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: CoO
Molecular Weight: 74.93
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Metallic oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Metallic oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 1307-96-6: GG2800000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 1307-96-6: Oral, rat: LD50 = 202 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 202 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Cobalt(II) oxide - California: carcinogen, initial date 7/1/92 Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 1307-96-6: GG2800000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 1307-96-6: Oral, rat: LD50 = 202 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 202 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Cobalt(II) oxide - California: carcinogen, initial date 7/1/92 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: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
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Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3077
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3077
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3077
Packing group: III
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN N
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases:
S 24 Avoid contact with skin.
S 37 Wear suitable gloves.
S 60 This material and its container must be
disposed of as hazardous waste.
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
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