Cobalt sulphate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H315, H317, H319, H334, H335, H351, H361, H372, H400+H410

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This substance is hazardous according to the EPA Hazardous Substances (Classification) Notice 2020 EPA Approval No: Additives, Process Chemicals and Raw Materials (Carcinogenic) - HSR002512

Signal word

DANGER

HSNO Classifications

Acute oral toxicity Cat. 4 Skin irritation Cat. 2 Eye irritation Cat. 2 Hazard Code Hazard Statement H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or Respiratory sensitisation Cat. 1 H334 breathing difficulties if inhaled. Skin sensitisation Cat. 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. Carcinogenicity Cat. 2 H351 Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn Reproductive toxicity Cat. 2 H361 child. Specific target organ toxicity – repeated Causes damage to organs through prolonged or H372 exposure Cat. 1 repeated exposure. Specific target organ toxicity – single H335 May cause respiratory irritation. exposure Cat. 3 respiratory tract irritation Hazardous to the aquatic environment Acute/chronic Cat. 1 H400/H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P102 Keep out of reach of children. P103 Read label before use. P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective clothing as detailed in Section 8. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.

Response

Code P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P330 Rinse mouth. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. P391 Collect spillage. P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Storage

Code P405 Store locked up. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

Code P501 Dispose of according to Local Regulations or Authorities

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Hazard Code Hazard Statement Acute oral toxicity Cat. 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed. Skin irritation Cat. 2 H315 Causes skin irritation. Eye irritation Cat. 2 H319 Causes serious eye irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or Respiratory sensitisation Cat. 1 H334 breathing difficulties if inhaled. Skin sensitisation Cat. 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. Carcinogenicity Cat. 2 H351 Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn Reproductive toxicity Cat. 2 H361 child. Specific target organ toxicity – repeated Causes damage to organs through prolonged or H372 exposure Cat. 1 repeated exposure. Specific target organ toxicity – single H335 May cause respiratory irritation. exposure Cat. 3 respiratory tract irritation Hazardous to the aquatic environment H400/H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Acute/chronic Cat. 1 Prevention Code Prevention Statement P102 Keep out of reach of children. P103 Read label before use. P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective clothing as detailed in Section 8. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Response Code Response Statement P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P330 Rinse mouth. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. P391 Collect spillage. P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable P304 + P341 for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and P305 + P351+P338 easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Storage Code Storage Statement P405 Store locked up. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Disposal Code