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| TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING |
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Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO contact with combustibles and reducing agents. |
In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
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| EXPLOSION |
Risk of fire and explosion on contact with combustible substances.
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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 |
Sore throat. Cough. Shortness of breath.
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Local exhaust or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
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| Skin |
Redness.
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Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
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First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again.
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| Eyes |
Redness. Pain.
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Safety goggles, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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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 one or two glasses 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 absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. (Extra personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles.)
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Separated from combustible and reducing substances. Well closed.
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| IMPORTANT DATA | |||
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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE: PALE RED POWDER. CHEMICAL DANGERS: The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic gases, including nitrogen oxides. Reacts with combustible substances causing fire 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 2008). MAK: (as Co) (Inhalable fraction) skin absorption (H); sensitization of respiratory tract and skin (Sah); Carcinogen category: 2 Germ cell mutagen group: 3A (DFG 2008). |
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 nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly. 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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Melting point (decomposes): 100-105°C Density: 2.49 g/cm³ Solubility in water: soluble |
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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 indicated. 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 0783 - Cobalt(II) chloride. Card has been partially updated in February 2009: see Occupational Exposure Limits Ingestion First Aid.
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See Also:
Toxicological Abbreviations