Material Safety Data Sheet
Cobalt(II) Chloride Hexahydrate
ACC# 05345
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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Cobalt(II) Chloride Hexahydrate
Catalog Numbers:
S71930, S72893, S75089, S93179, C371-100, C371-500, C371500LC, C371ME,
NC9371755, XXC371TEST
Synonyms:
Cobaltous chloride hexahydrate; Cobalt muriate hexahydrate.
Company Identification:
Fisher Scientific
1 Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information, call: 201-796-7100
Emergency Number: 201-796-7100
For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300
For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 7791-13-1 |
Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate |
100 | unlisted |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: purple solid.
Warning! May cause asthma. Causes eye, skin, and
respiratory tract irritation. May cause allergic skin reaction. May
be harmful if swallowed. May cause blood abnormalities. May cause
lung damage. May cause cancer based on animal studies. Potential
cancer hazard. Dangerous for the environment.
Target Organs: Lungs, cardiovascular system, red
blood cells, skin.
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 interfere with blood clotting. May cause thyroid
abnormalities.
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.
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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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 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 and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing
is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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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.
Flash Point: Noncombustible.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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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.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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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.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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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.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate
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0.02 mg/m3 TWA (as Co) (listed under Cobalt, inorganic compounds).
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none listed
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none listed
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| Cobalt dichloride anhydrous
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0.02 mg/m3 TWA (as Co) (listed under Cobalt, inorganic compounds).
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Cobalt dichloride anhydrous:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's 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 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.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Solid
Appearance: purple
Odor: none reported
pH: 4.6 @ M solution.
Vapor Pressure: Negligible.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Negligible.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 1920 deg F
Freezing/Melting Point:87 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:230 deg F
Solubility: 77 g/100ml (0 C)
Specific Gravity/Density:1.924
Molecular Formula:CoCl2.6H2O
Molecular Weight:237.9196
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation, moisture, 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.
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 7791-13-1:
GG0200000
CAS# 7646-79-9:
GF9800000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7791-13-1:
Oral, rat: LD50 =
766 mg/kg;
Skin, rat: LD50 = >2
gm/kg;
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CAS# 7646-79-9:
Oral, mouse:
LD50 = 80 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 =
80 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 418
mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 7791-13-1:
- ACGIH:
A3 - Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans (listed as 'Cobalt, inorganic compounds').
- California:
Not listed.
- NTP:
Not listed.
- IARC:
Group 2B carcinogen
CAS# 7646-79-9:
- ACGIH:
A3 - Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans (listed as 'Cobalt, inorganic compounds').
- California:
Not listed.
- NTP:
Not listed.
- IARC:
Group 2B carcinogen
Epidemiology:
IARC Group 2B: Proven animal carcinogenic substance of
potential relevance to humans.IARC Group 2B: No data
available on human carcinogenicity, however sufficient
evidence of carcinogenicity in animals.
Teratogenicity:
No information found
Reproductive Effects:
No information found
Mutagenicity:
No information found
Neurotoxicity:
No information found
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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No information available.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
| Shipping Name: |
CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. |
CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, |
| Hazard Class: |
8 |
8 |
| UN Number: |
UN3260 |
UN3260 |
| Packing Group: |
III |
III |
| Additional Info: | | N.O.S. |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7791-13-1 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.
CAS# 7646-79-9 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 7791-13-1: immediate, delayed.
CAS # 7646-79-9: immediate, delayed, reactive.
Section 313
This material contains Cobalt(II)
chloride hexahydrate (listed as Cobalt compounds), 100%, (CAS#
7791-13-1) which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section
313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
This material contains Cobalt
dichloride anhydrous (listed as Cobalt compounds), -%, (CAS#
7646-79-9) which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section
313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
CAS# 7791-13-1 (listed as Cobalt compounds) is listed as a hazardous a
ir pollutant (HAP).
CAS# 7646-79-9 (listed as Cobalt compounds) is listed as a hazardous a
ir pollutant (HAP).
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 7791-13-1 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: Pennsylvania, (listed as Cobalt
compounds), Minnesota, (listed as Cobalt, inorganic compounds).
CAS# 7646-79-9 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: Pennsylvania, (listed as Cobalt
compounds), Minnesota, (listed as Cobalt, inorganic compounds).
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
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 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 53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
S 60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardou
s waste.
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions
/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7791-13-1: 2
CAS# 7646-79-9: 2
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 7646-79-9 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
not available.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 7791-13-1 is not listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7646-79-9 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 12/12/1997
Revision #12 Date: 12/19/2005
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