Material Safety Data Sheet
Cobalt(II) sulfate heptahydrate, 99+%
ACC# 00461
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Cobalt(II) sulfate heptahydrate, 99+%
Catalog Numbers:
AC213100000, AC213100050, AC213101000, AC213105000
Synonyms:
Cobalt sulfate heptahydrate; Cobalt(II) sulfate (1:1) heptahydrate.
Company Identification:
Acros Organics N.V.
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
10026-24-1 |
Cobalt sulfate heptahydrate |
> 99 | unlisted |
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: red-pink.
Warning! Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Causes eye and skin irritation. May be harmful if swallowed. May
cause digestive tract irritation with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
May cause cancer based on animal studies. Hygroscopic (absorbs
moisture from the air).
Target Organs: None.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause irritation and/or
dermatitis. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction,
which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
No information found.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: ; Instability: 0
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep
containers tightly closed.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
Cobalt sulfate heptahydrate
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0.02 mg/m3 TWA (as Co) (listed under Cobalt, inorganic compounds).
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Cobalt sulfate heptahydrate:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Solid
Appearance: red-pink
Odor: None reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 420 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point:96.7 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:420 deg C
Solubility: 60.4% (3 C)
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.948 @ 25°C
Molecular Formula:CoSO4.7H2O
Molecular Weight:281.0846
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
None reported. .
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of sulfur.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 10026-24-1:
GG3200000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 10026-24-1:
Oral, rat: LD50 =
582 mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 10026-24-1:
- ACGIH:
A3 - Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans (listed as 'Cobalt, inorganic compounds').
- California:
carcinogen, initial date 6/2/00
- NTP:
Not listed.
- IARC:
Group 2B carcinogen
Epidemiology:
No information avaiable.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
No data available.
No information available.
Environmental:
No information found.
Physical:
No information found.
Other:
No information available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
Shipping Name: |
Not regulated as a hazardous material |
No information available. |
Hazard Class: |
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UN Number: |
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Packing Group: |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 10026-24-1 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate.
It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form
is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)).
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 10026-24-1: immediate, delayed.
Section 313
This material contains Cobalt
sulfate heptahydrate (listed as Cobalt, inorganic compounds), > 99%,
(CAS# 10026-24-1) which is subject to the reporting requirements of
Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
CAS# 10026-24-1 (listed as Cobalt compounds) is listed as a hazardous
air pollutant (HAP).
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 10026-24-1 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: New Jersey, (listed as Cobalt
compounds), Pennsylvania, (listed as Cobalt compounds), Minnesota,
(listed as Cobalt, inorganic compounds).
California Prop 65
The following statement(s) is(are) made in order to comply with
the California Safe Drinking Water Act:
WARNING: This product contains Cobalt sulfate heptahydrate, a
chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer.
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
XN
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 36 Irritating to eyes.
R 42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Safety Phrases:
S 22 Do not breathe dust.
S 24 Avoid contact with skin.
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.
S 37 Wear suitable gloves.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water
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WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 10026-24-1: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL or NDSL list.
Canada - WHMIS
not available.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 10026-24-1 is not listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 11/05/1998
Revision #4 Date: 11/06/2007
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