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EC/CAS
7791-13-1
Name of the chemical
Cobalt (II) chloride, hexahydrate
Concentration
>95
EC/CAS
7646-79-9
Name of the chemical
Cobaltdichlorid (790/2009)
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Version
FSHC371
Revision date
2025-03-24
Product name
Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate
Product Synonyms
Cobalt muriate hexahydrate; Cobaltous chloride hexahydrate
CAS No.
7791-13-1
supplier name
Fisher Scientific Company
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
begel.sdsdesk@thermofisher.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302+H332, H317, H334, H341, H350i, H360, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302+H332
Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture 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 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1 Label Elements
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H341 - Suspected of causing genetic defects H350i - May cause cancer by inhalation H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects H302 + H332 - Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child
Prevention
P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280 - Wear protective gloves P284 - In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection
Response
P301 + P312 - IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P330 - Rinse mouth P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor P362 + P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
Storage
P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place
Disposal
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
. Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates. This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
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 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1