Name:
Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate 99.999%
Synonym:
Cobaltous chloride; Cobalt muriate
CAS:
7791-13-1
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate 99.999%
Synonym:Cobaltous chloride; Cobalt muriate
Synonym:Cobaltous chloride; Cobalt muriate
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 7791-13-1 | Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate | 99.999 | unlisted |
| Hazard Symbols: T N Risk Phrases: 22 42/43 49 50/53 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. May cause cancer by inhalation. Very toxic to aquatic organisms; may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.Dangerous for the environment.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause irritation and/or dermatitis. 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:
Causes delayed lung injury. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause asthmatic attacks due to allergic sensitization of the respiratory tract. May cause asthma and shortness of breath.
Chronic:
Cobalt compounds may cause cancer based upon animal studies.
Harmful if swallowed. May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. May cause cancer by inhalation. Very toxic to aquatic organisms; may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.Dangerous for the environment.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause irritation and/or dermatitis. 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:
Causes delayed lung injury. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause asthmatic attacks due to allergic sensitization of the respiratory tract. May cause asthma and shortness of breath.
Chronic:
Cobalt compounds may cause cancer based upon animal studies.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Immediately 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 soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. 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.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. 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.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
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. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
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. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
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 prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
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 prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Solid
Appearance: purple
Odor: none reported
pH: 4.6 @ M solution.
Vapor Pressure: Negligible.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 110 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 86 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Noncombustible.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: 77 g/100ml (0 C)
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.92
Molecular Formula: CoCl2.6H2O
Molecular Weight: 237.93
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizers and alkali metals. Absorbs NH3 from air. .
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, cobalt/cobalt oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizers and alkali metals. Absorbs NH3 from air. .
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, cobalt/cobalt oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 7791-13-1: GG0200000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7791-13-1: Oral, rat: LD50 = 766 mg/kg; Skin, rat: LD50 = >2 gm/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate - ACGIH: A3 - Animal Carcinogen (listed as ** undefined **).
California: carcinogen; initial date 7/1/92 (listed as ** undefined ** OSHA: Possible select carcinogen (listed as ** undefined **).
IARC: Group 2B carcinogen (listed as ** undefined **).
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 7791-13-1: GG0200000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7791-13-1: Oral, rat: LD50 = 766 mg/kg; Skin, rat: LD50 = >2 gm/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate - ACGIH: A3 - Animal Carcinogen (listed as ** undefined **).
California: carcinogen; initial date 7/1/92 (listed as ** undefined ** OSHA: Possible select carcinogen (listed as ** undefined **).
IARC: Group 2B carcinogen (listed as ** undefined **).
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: NOT REGULATED
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
IMO
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UN Number:
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RID/ADR
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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T N
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and
skin contact.
R 49 May cause cancer by inhalation.
R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms; may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases:
S 53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions
before use.
S 22 Do not breathe dust.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
S 60 This material and/or 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)
CAS# 7791-13-1: 2
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 7791-13-1 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 7791-13-1 (listed as ** undefined **): OEL-ARAB Republic of Egypt
:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 0.05 mg/m3
OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 0.05 mg/m3
OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA 0.05 mg/m3;STEL 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-DENMARK:TWA 0.05 mg/m3
OEL-FINLAND:TWA 0.05 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-GERMANY;Carcinogen
OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;STEL 0.2 mg/m3
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-POLAND:TWA 0.05 mg/m3
OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 0.5 mg/m3
OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 0.05 mg/m3
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;Carcinogen
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV
OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7791-13-1 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.
