Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7791-13-1
Name of the chemical
Cobalt (II) chloride, hexahydrate
Concentration
>95%
General Information
Revision date
2024-07-24
Product name
Cobalt chloride
Product Synonyms
Cobalt muriate hexahydrate; Cobaltous chloride hexahydrate
CAS No.
7791-13-1
Emergency telephone
1-800-535-5053, 1-352-323-3500
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Company Information
company name
Lab Alley, LLC
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H317, H334, H341, H350i, H360F
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H317
May cause an allergic skin reaction
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
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 by inhalation May damage fertility Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin throroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute inhalation toxicity - dusts and mists Category 4 Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 1B
