COBALT CHLORIDE, HEXAHYDRATE, REAGENT (ACS)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H301, H317, H334, H341, H350, H360F, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H301

Toxic if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity (inhalation) Category 1B Reproductive toxicity (fertility) Category 1B

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 hazard Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause cancer. May damage fertility. Very toxic to aquatic life. 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. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.

Response

IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water. If experiencing respiratory symptoms Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. If inhaled: If breathing is difficult, 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. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known. classified (HNOC)

Additional information

None.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Not classified. Health hazards Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity (inhalation) Category 1B Reproductive toxicity (fertility) Category 1B Environmental hazards Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 hazard Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1 long-term hazard OSHA defined hazards Not classified.