General Information
Revision date
2012-06-12
Product name
Cobalt (II) Nitrate Hexahydrate, Reagent Grade
Product Synonyms
Nitric acid, cobalt (2+) salt, hexahydrate; Cobaltous nitrate hexahydrate
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals
Manufacturer Name
AquaPhoenix Scientific, Inc.
Emergency telephone
(24hr) Chemtel (800) 255-3924
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Company Information
company name
AquaPhoenix Scientific, Inc.
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA Emergency Overview Danger! Strong oxidizer. Contact with other material may cause a fire. Causes eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. Harmful if swallowed. May cause allergic respiratory and skin reaction. Potential cancer hazard. Appearance: Red Solid Odor: Odorless Target Organs: Heart, lungs, respiratory system, red blood cells, reproductive system
Principle Routes of Exposure
Eye: Causes eye irritation. Skin: Causes skin irritation. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Excessive ingestion may increase red blood cells and decrease blood pressure. May cause sensation of heat and enlargement of the thyroid. Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory sensitization. Chronic Effect / Carcinogenicity: Repeated exposure may cause allergic respiratory reaction (asthma). Cobalt compounds may cause cancer based upon animal studies. (IARC, NTP, OSHA)
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
No information available These chemicals are not considered hazardous by OSHA. See section 11 for toxicological information. See section 12 for potential environmental effects.
