Cobalt(II) nitrate hexahydrate for analysis EMSURE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H302, H317, H318, H334, H341, H350, H360F, H373, H410

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the hazardous chemical Oxidizing solids Category 2 Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Respiratory sensitisation Category 1 Skin sensitisation Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ tox- icity - repeated exposure (Inhalation) Category 2 (Lungs) Hazardous to the aquatic Category 1 environment - acute haz- ard Hazardous to the aquatic Category 1 environment - chronic hazard

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H360F May damage fertility. H373 May cause damage to organs (Lungs) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat. P220 Keep/ Store away from clothing/ combustible ma- terials. P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with com- bustibles. P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this prod- uct. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be al- lowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face pro- tection. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.

Response

P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, re- move victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cau- tiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physi- cian. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medi- cal advice/ attention. P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemi- cal or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known. SECTION 3: Composition and information of the ingredients of the hazardous chemical

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Oxidizing solids : Category 2 Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye : Category 1 irritation Respiratory sensitisation : Category 1 Skin sensitisation : Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity : Category 2 Carcinogenicity : Category 1B Reproductive toxicity : Category 1B Specific target organ tox- : Category 2 (Lungs) icity - repeated exposure (Inhalation) Hazardous to the aquatic : Category 1 environment - acute haz- ard Hazardous to the aquatic : Category 1 environment - chronic hazard