COBALT SULPHATE CRYSTAL

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Suspected of causing cancer. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wear respiratory protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED Call a POISON CENTRE/doctor if you feel unwell. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Rinse mouth. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTRE/doctor. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.

Additional information

100 % of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity. 100 % of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute hazards to the aquatic environment.