Cobalt
Synonyms: Cobalt metal, Cobalt lumps
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Cobalt
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL1419
CAS Number
7440-48-4
EC Number
231-158-0
EC Index Number
-
Grade
99%
HSN Code
81052010
Molecular Formula
Co
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Cobalt
Catalogue No.
AL1419
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
7440-48-4
EC Number
231-158-0
Grade
99%
EC Index Number
Not applicable
Chemical Formula
Co
HSN Code
81052010
Synonyms
Cobalt metal, Cobalt lumps
Chemical Structure
-
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Used in alloys, batteries, and magnetic materials.
Uses advised against
Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification
Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail
Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Acute Tox. 4; Skin Sens. 1; Resp. Sens. 1; Muta. 2; Carc. 1B; Repr. 1B; Aquatic Chronic 4
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 104730 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Irritant, Health Hazard
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; H350: May cause cancer; H360Fd: May damage fertility; Suspected of damaging the unborn child; H413: May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
May cause respiratory irritation and skin sensitization.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Cobalt
CAS No.
7440-48-4
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact
If this chemical contacts the skin, wash the contaminated skin with soap and water.
First-aid measures after eye contact
If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
First-aid measures after ingestion
If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information
Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air. Divided dust may ignite on contact with air or oxygen.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting
Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures
Avoid dust formation. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
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.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference
Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid dust formation. Use personal protective equipment as required.
Hygiene measures
Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
Separated from strong oxidants.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Handle with gloves.
Eye protection
Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Solid
Colour
Silvery-gray
Odour
Odorless (cobalt metal dust and cobalt fumes)
Odour threshold
Not applicable
pH value
Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not applicable
Melting point
1,495 °C
Freezing point
Not applicable
Boiling point
2,927 °C
Flash point
Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature
Not applicable
Decomposition temperature
Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas)
Flammable solid
Vapour pressure
1 Pa at 1517 °C, 10 Pa at 1687 °C, 100 Pa at 1982 °C, 1 kPa at 2150 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C
Not applicable
Density
8.9 g/cu cm at 20 °C
Solubility
Soluble in dilute acids
Log Pow
Not applicable
Viscosity, kinematic
Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic
Not applicable
Explosive properties
Not explosive
Oxidising properties
Not oxidizing
Explosive limits
Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions, but may react with strong acids.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
The substance , when finely divided, may ignite spontaneously on contact with air and acetylene. Reacts with strong oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong acids, strong oxidizers.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Cobalt/cobalt oxides.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Rat oral 6171 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
Not classified (based on available data)
Serious eye damage/irritation
Not classified (based on available data)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
Germ cell mutagenicity
H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects
Carcinogenicity
H350: May cause cancer
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information
Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability
Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential
Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil
Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions
Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR)
3089
UN-No. (IMDG)
3089
UN-No. (IATA)
3089
UN-No. (ADN)
3089
UN-No. (RID)
3089
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Cobalt, flammable solid
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Cobalt, flammable solid
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Cobalt, flammable solid
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Cobalt, flammable solid
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Cobalt, flammable solid
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
4.1
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
II
Packing group (IMDG)
II
Packing group (IATA)
II
Packing group (ADN)
II
Packing group (RID)
II
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment
Not specified
Marine pollutant
Not specified
Other information
No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations
Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.