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EC/CAS
7440-48-4
Name of the chemical
Cobalt, Metall (2020/217)
Concentration
<=100
General Information
Version
5
Revision date
2025-12-30
Product name
Cobalt wire
CAS No.
7440-48-4
1.2.2. Uses advised against
This product does not contain any substance(s) on the Illicit Drug Precursors/Reagents list This product does not contain any substance(s) subject to Prohibition, Authorization or Restriction. This product does not contain any substance(s) listed on the voluntary National Code of Practice for Chemicals of Security Concern
Emergency telephone
+613 9757 4559
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Company Information
company name
ThermoFisher Scientific Australia Pty Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
ANZinfo@thermofisher.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H317, H334, H341, H350, H360, H412
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia. Classification under Safe Work Australia
Physical hazards
No hazards identified
Health hazards
Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Sub-category 1B Skin Sensitization Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B
Environmental hazards
Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 3 Label Elements Exclamation Mark
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements H302 - Harmful if swallowed 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 if inhaled H350 - May cause cancer H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin 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 P280 - Wear protective gloves P284 - In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection 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 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 P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P362 + P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
Further information
This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia Physical hazards No hazards identified Health hazards Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Sub-category 1B Skin Sensitization Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Environmental hazards Chronic aquatic toxicity
