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| TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING |
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Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media.
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| EXPOSURE |
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AVOID ALL CONTACT!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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| Inhalation |
Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Sore throat.
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Local exhaust or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
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| Skin |
Redness. Pain.
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Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
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| Eyes |
Redness. Pain.
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Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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| Ingestion |
Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
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Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.
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Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles.
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EU Classification Symbol: T, N R: 49-22-42/43-50/53 S: (2-)-22-53-45-60-61 Note: [E] UN Classification | |||||||
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Separated from strong oxidants.
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| IMPORTANT DATA | |||
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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE: PINK TO RED CRYSTALS. CHEMICAL DANGERS: The substance decomposes on heating above 100°C, producing toxic fumes of sulfur oxides. Reacts as a dust with strong oxidants causing fire and explosion hazard. OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: TLV: (as Co) 0.02 mg/m³ as TWA; A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans); BEI issued; (ACGIH 2004). MAK: sensitization of respiratory tract and skin (Sah); Carcinogen category: 2; Germ cell mutagen group: 3A; (DFG 2004). |
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE: The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. INHALATION RISK: Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed. EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE: The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE: Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. Repeated or prolonged inhalation exposure may cause asthma. The substance may have effects on the heart, thyroid and bone marrow, resulting in cardiomyopathy, goiter and polycythemia. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes malformations in human babies. | ||
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Boiling point: 420°C Melting point: 96.8°C Density: 1.95 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 3°C: 60.4 |
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See Notes.
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Anyone who has shown symptoms of asthma due to this substance should avoid all further contact with this substance. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated but data on cobalt ion suggest that it may be hazardous to aquatic organisms. Also consult ICSC on cobalt salts such as ICSC 0783 - Cobalt(II) chloride. Card has been partly updated in April 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification. | |||
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See Also:
Toxicological Abbreviations