| GHS classification | DangerH350: May cause cancer [Danger Carcinogenicity]P203, P280, P318, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity] |
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| Regulatory information | Chemical: Nitric acid, cobalt(2+) salt, hexahydrateCobalt (II) nitrate, hexahydrate: Does not have an individual approval but may be used under an appropriate group standard |
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| Other safety information | IMAP assessments - Cobalt nitrate: Human health tier II assessment |
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| Fire hazards | Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with combustible substances. |
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| Hazards summary | Causes somnolence, diarrhea, and weight loss in oral lethal-dose studies of rats[RTECS] A fire hazard on contact with combustible materialsA skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritantMay cause skin sensitization and asthmaMay have effects on the heart, thyroid, and bone marrow (cardiomyopathy, goiter, and polycythemia)Possibly toxic to reproduction and teratogenic, based on animal studies[ICSC] An oxidizing agent that may intensify fireAn irritantMay cause skin and respiratory sensitization[Alfa Aesar MSDS] See Cobalt. See NITRATES and NITRITES. |
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| Chemical Dangers | Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic gases including nitrogen oxides. Reacts with combustible substances. This generates fire hazard. |
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| Hazard Classes and Categories | Acute toxicity - category 4Respiratory sensitization - Category 1Reproductive toxicity - Category 1BCarcinogenicity - Category 1B |
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| Fire fighting | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
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| First aid measures | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again.First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
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| Safe storage | Separated from combustible substances and reducing agents. Well closed. |
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| Exposure control and personal protection | Biological Exposure Indices (BEI) [ACGIH] - Cobalt in urine = 15 ug/Lsample at end of shift at end of workweek |
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| Spillage disposal | Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. |
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| Eye Prevention | Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder. |
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| Fire Prevention | NO contact with combustible substances or reducing agents. |
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| Inhalation Risk | A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. |
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| Skin Prevention | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. |
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| Exposure Prevention | AVOID ALL CONTACT! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! |
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| Ingestion Prevention | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. |
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| Inhalation Prevention | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. |
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| Adverse effects | Skin Sensitizer - An agent that can induce an allergic reaction in the skin. |
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| Exposure routes | The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. |
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| Signs and Symptoms | Sore throat. Cough. Shortness of breath.Redness.Redness. Pain.Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. |
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