COBALT CHLORIDE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H317, H318, H332, H334, H341, H350, H360, H373, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Sensitization, respiratory Category 1B Sensitization, skin Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 2 exposure

Environmental hazards

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

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye damage. Harmful if inhaled. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. 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. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. 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 swallowed Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. 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 in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. 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 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Sensitization, respiratory Category 1B Sensitization, skin Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 2 exposure 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.