Chronic exposure to cobalt metal dust or fumes may cause respiratory and dermatologic signs and symptoms. Symptoms of Exposure: May cause irritation.Īcute and Chronic Effects: Acute exposure to cobalt metal dusts or fumes is characterized by irritation to the eyes, and to a lesser extent, irritation to the skin.
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Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eyes. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Cobalt oxide fume. Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No dataĬonditions to Avoid: Avoid creating or accumulating fines or dusts. Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determinedĬhemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions. Relative Density (Specific Gravity): 8.92 g/cc Skin Protection: Wear impermeable gloves, protective work clothing as necessary.
Respiratory Protection: If permissible levels are exceeded, use NIOSH approved dust respirator.
Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air.
Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices. Whenever possible the use of local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls is the preferred method of controlling exposure to airborne dust and fume to meet established occupational exposure limits. See section 10 for more information on incompatible materials.Ĩ EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTIONĮngineering Controls: Ensure adequate ventilation to maintain exposures below occupational limits. See section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.Ĭonditions for Safe Storage: Store in a sealed container. Provide adequate ventilation if dusts are created. Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid creating dust. Place in a closed container for further handling and disposal.Įnvironmental Precautions: Do not allow to enter drains or to be released to the environment. Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up: Avoid raising dust. Isolate spill area and provide ventilation. Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures: Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in section 8.
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Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: Full face, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing when necessary. Specific Hazards Arising from the Material: May emit metal oxide fumes under fire conditions. Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: No information available. Indication of Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment: No other relevant information available.Įxtinguishing Media: Use suitable extinguishing media for surrounding material and type of fire. Most Important Symptoms/Effects, Acute and Delayed: May cause irritation. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.ĮYES: Flush eyes with lukewarm water, including under upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash affected area with soap and water. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult. General Measures: No special requirements. GHS Classification (.1200): Not classified as hazardous You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Įmergency: Infotrac 80 (US) or 35 (24 hour) Product Name: Cobalt - pieces, pellets, shot, sheet, foil, rod, wire, targetĮmail: This email address is being protected from spambots.
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