COBALT(II) NITRATE | ICSC: 1397 (April 2013) |
Cobaltous nitrate Cobalt dinitrate Nitric acid, cobalt(2+) salt |
CAS #: 10141-05-6 |
EC Number: 233-402-1 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with combustible substances. | NO contact with combustible substances or reducing agents. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Sore throat. Cough. Shortness of breath. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. |
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. Vomiting. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. 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. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Harmful if swallowedCauses skin and eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer if inhaled Suspected of causing genetic defects May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to thyroid, bone marrow and heart through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from combustible substances. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs and combustible materials. |
COBALT(II) NITRATE | ICSC: 1397 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: Co(NO3)2 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: (as Co, inhalable fraction): 0.02 mg/m3, as TWA; (DSEN); (RSEN); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans); BEI issued. MAK: (as Co, inhalable fraction): skin absorption (H); sensitization of respiratory tract and skin (SAH); carcinogen category: 2; germ cell mutagen group: 3A |
ENVIRONMENT |
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Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated adequately. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. |
NOTES |
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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. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Do NOT take working clothes home. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification R: 49-60-42/43-68-50/53; S: 53-45-60-61; Symbol: T, N; Note: 1 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations