cobalt (II) chloride hexahydrate *1 M solution in water

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H334, H341, H350i, H360F, H401, H411

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

Signal word

DANGER

Health hazards

Respiratory sensitization Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Mutagenicity Mutagenic category 2

Physical hazards

Not Hazardous

Hazard statements

H350i - May cause cancer by inhalation H341 - Suspected of causing genetic defects H360F - May damage fertility H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H401 - Toxic to aquatic life H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P284 - Wear respiratory protection P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood

Potential health effects

eyes May cause eye irritation with susceptible persons. Skin May cause skin irritation in susceptible persons. inhalation May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Specific effects Carcinogenic effects Carcinogenic category 1 Mutagenic effects Mutagenic category 2 Reproductive toxicity May impair fertility Sensitization Not Applicable Target Organ Effects No known effects under normal use conditions HMIS Health 4 * Chronic Hazard Flammability 0 Reactivity 0