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COBALT(II) OXIDE
ICSC: 1551
Peer-Review Status: 27.10.2004 Validated
Cobaltous oxide
CI Pigment black 13 
CAS #: 1307-96-6 RTECS #: GG2800000
UN #: 3288
EC #: 027-002-00-4
EINECS #: 215-154-6
 		    Formula: CoO
Molecular mass: 74,9

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible.    In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. 
EXPLOSION      
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT!   
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin   Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Nausea.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.   
EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; R: 22-43-50/53; S: (2)-24-37-60-61 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: II 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GT5-II.  Separated from hydrogen peroxide. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
BLACK-TO-GREEN CRYSTALS OR POWDER. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Reacts with hydrogen peroxide. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (as Co): 0.02mg/m³ as TWA; A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans); BEI issued; (ACGIH 2004).
MAK (inhalable fraction): Carcinogen category: 2; Germ cell mutagen group: 3A; Sensitization of respiratory tract and skin (SAH); (DFG 2004). 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of short-term exposure
May cause mechanical irritation. Inhalation may cause asthma-like reactions. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. Repeated or prolonged inhalation may cause asthma. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans. 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Melting point: 1935°C
Density: 5.7-6.7 g/cm³
Solubility in water: none  		 

NOTES
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
Anyone who has shown symptoms of asthma due to this substance should avoid all further contact.
The symptoms of asthma often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort.
Rest and medical observation are therefore essential.
Do NOT take working clothes home. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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