Cobalt(II)acetate,4-hydrate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 4 Respiratory sensitization: Category 1A Skin sensitization: Category 1A Carcinogenicity: Category 2 Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 2(digestive apparatus; CNS) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(nerve/nervous system; respiratory apparatus; CVS; thyroid gland; blood/blood system) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 2(male genitalia) (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs after single exposure(digestive apparatus; CNS) May cause respiratory irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure(nerve/nervous system; respiratory apparatus; CVS; thyroid gland; blood/blood system) May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure(male genitalia)

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. (as specified by the manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority.) Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

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

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation.