Sodium hexanitrocobaltate (III)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H315, H317, H319, H334, H335, H351

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand

Physical hazards

Oxidizing solids Category 2

Health hazards

Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure) Category 3

Environmental hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer H315 - Causes skin irritation H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H351 - Suspected of causing cancer H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

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, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P220 - Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials P221 - Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P284 - In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection

Response

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 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 P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish P362 + P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse

Storage

P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Disposal

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