Cobalt (II) Iodide MSDS

Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Cobalt (II) Iodide

Catalog Codes: SLC1468

CAS#: 7791-13-1

RTECS: GG0200000

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: No products were found.

CI#: Not available.

Synonym: Cobalt (II) Iodide hexahydrate

Chemical Name: Cobalt Chloride Iodide

Chemical Formula: CoCl2.6H2O

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition:

Name CAS # % by Weight

Cobalt (II) Iodide 7791-13-1 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Cobalt (II) Iodide: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 766 mg/kg [Rat].

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation

(lung irritant).

Potential Chronic Health Effects:

Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer).

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.

TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified Reproductive system/toxin/male [POSSIBLE].

The substance may be toxic to blood, lungs, pancreas, thyroid.

Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.

Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eye Contact:

Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at

least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.

Skin Contact:

In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove

contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes

before reuse. Get medical attention.

Serious Skin Contact:

Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate

medical attention.

Inhalation:

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get

medical attention.

Serious Inhalation: Not available.

Ingestion:

Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an

unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight

clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable.

Flash Points: Not applicable.

Flammable Limits: Not applicable.

Products of Combustion: Not available.

Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable.

Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:

Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.

Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.

Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill:

Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by

spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority

requirements.

Large Spill:

Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water

on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions:

Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear

suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.

Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Hygroscopic

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:

Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below

recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to

airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.

Personal Protection:

Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.

Gloves.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:

Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used

to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist

BEFORE handling this product.

Exposure Limits: Not available.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Solid. (Deliquescent crystals solid.)

Odor: Not available.

Taste: Not available.

Molecular Weight: 237.93 g/mole

Color: Pink to Red. Purple.

pH (1% soln/water): Not available.

Boiling Point: 1920°C (3488°F)

Melting Point: 87°C (188.6°F)

Critical Temperature: Not available.

Specific Gravity: 1.924 (Water = 1)

Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.

Vapor Density: Not available.

Volatility: Not available.

Odor Threshold: Not available.

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.

Ionicity (in Water): Not available.

Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, diethyl ether, acetone.

Solubility: Soluble in cold water, diethyl ether, acetone.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable.

Instability Temperature: Not available.

Conditions of Instability: Excess heat, dust generation, incompatible materals, moisture.

Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents.

Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.

Special Remarks on Reactivity:

Hygroscopic.

Absorbs NH3 from air.

Also incompatible with alkali metals.

Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.

Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Routes of Entry: Inhalation. Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 766 mg/kg [Rat].

Chronic Effects on Humans:

MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.

DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified Reproductive system/toxin/male [POSSIBLE].

May cause damage to the following organs: blood, lungs, thyroid.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, sensitizer), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung

irritant, lung sensitizer).

Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.

Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:

May cause adverse reproductive effects and birth defects based on animal studies. No human data found at this

time.

May cause cancer (tumorigenic) based on animal studies.

May affect genetic material.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:

Acute Potential Health Effects:

Skin: Causes skin irritation.

Eyes: Causes eye irritation. May affect vision (corneal opacity and degeneration of optic nerve).

Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation with cough, dyspnea, decreased pulmonary function. May cause

pulmonary edema, or pulmonary fibrosis.

Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal (digestive) tract irritation with nausea,

vomiting hypermotility, and diarrhea. May affect behavior(somnolence, convulsions, tremor), heart/cardiovasular

system (hypotension, cardiac failure), thyroid gland (goiter), and metabolism (weight loss), blood (polycythemia,

decreased red blood cell count, impair aggregation of platelets, changes in blood clotting time, changes in

thromboplastic activity), liver, kidneys

Chronic Potential Health Effects:

Skin: Chronic or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis/skin sensitization.

Chronic exposure via ingestion may affect behavior, blood and lungs, thyroid gland (reduced thyroid activity,

goiter), pancreas (hyperglycemia), liver, heart.

Inhalation: Prolonged or repeated inhalation may cause respiratory hypersensitivity

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available.

BOD5 and COD: Not available.

Products of Biodegradation:

Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may

arise.

Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.

Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:

Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental

control regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information

DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States).

Identification: Not applicable.

Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

Federal and State Regulations:

California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to

cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.

California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to

cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.

TSCA 8(b) inventory: No products were found.

SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Cobalt compound

Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

Other Classifications:

WHMIS (Canada): CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).

DSCL (EEC):

R22- Harmful if swallowed.

R42- May cause sensitization by

inhalation.

R49- May cause cancer by inhalation.

R50/53- Very toxic to aquatic

organisms, may cause long-term

adverse effects in the aquatic

environment.

S22- Do not breathe dust.

S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell,

seek medical advice immediately (show the

label where possible).

S53- Avoid exposure - obtain special

instructions before use.

S60- This material and its container must be

disposed of as hazardous waste.

S61- Avoid release to the environment. Refer to

special instructions/Safety data sheets.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 2

Fire Hazard: 0

Reactivity: 0

Personal Protection: E

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):

Health: 2

Flammability: 0

Reactivity: 0

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:

Gloves.

Lab coat.

Dust respirator. Be sure to use an

approved/certified respirator or

equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator

when ventilation is inadequate.

Splash goggles.

Section 16: Other Information

References: Not available.

Other Special Considerations: Not available.

Created: 10/09/2005 04:57 PM

Last Updated: 11/06/2008 12:00 PM