Cobalt Naphthenate (6% Solution) MSDS
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Cobalt Naphthenate (6% Solution)
Catalog Codes: SLC3049
CAS#: Mixture.
RTECS: Not applicable.
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory : Cobalt Naphthenate
CI#: Not available.
Synonym:
Chemical Name: Cobalt naphthenate mixture
Chemical Formula: Not applicable.
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Cobalt Naphthenate: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 3900 mg/kg [Rat].
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of
ingestion, of inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not
available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY:
Not available. The substance is toxic to central nervous system (CNS). The substance may be toxic to blood, kidneys, the
nervous system, peripheral nervous system. 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. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Serious Skin Contact: Not available.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Keep
patient warm. Get medical attention.
Serious Inhalation: Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when the inhaled material is
toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: CLOSED CUP: 40°C (104°F). (Pensky-Martens.)
Flammable Limits: LOWER: 1% UPPER: 6%
Products of Combustion: Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
Non-flammable in presence of shocks.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Slightly explosive in presence of open flames and sparks.
Non-explosive in presence of shocks.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Flammable liquid, insoluble in water. SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray or fog. Never direct a water jet in the container in order to prevent any splashing of the product
which could cause spreading of the fire. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent pressure build-up,
autoignition or explosion.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Carbon Monoxide may be evolved if incomplete combustion occurs. It will float and can
be reignited on surface water. The vapor is heavier than air, spreads along the grounde and distant ignition is possible.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Do not allow material
to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.
Large Spill: Flammable liquid, insoluble or very slightly soluble in water. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside
container. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for
assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the
MSDS and with local authorities.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions: Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not
ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately
and show the container or the label. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
Storage: Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly
closed and sealed until ready for use. Store away from oxidizing agents. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame).
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of
vapors below their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor 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: Cobalt, elemental & inorganic compounds, as Co mg/m3 ACGIH TLV 0.02; Confirmed animal carcinogen
Austria Carcinogen Belgium TWA 0.05 Denmark TWA 0.05 Finland TWA 0.05 (skin) Germany Carcinogen Hungary TWA 0.1;
0.2-STEL Japan OEL 0.05; 2B-Carcinogen Korea TLV 0.02; Confirmed animal carcinogen Netherlands MAC-TGG 0.05
Norway TWA 0.05 Poland TWA 0.05; 0.2-STEL Russia 0.5-STEL Sweden NGV 0.05 Switzerland MAK-W 0.1; Carcinogen
United Kingdom TWA 0.1 USA PEL 0.1(dust and fume) Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Viscous.
Odor: Petroleum-like
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: Not applicable.
Color: Dark brown.
pH (1% soln/water): Not applicable.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: Not available.
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 0.950 (Water = 1)
Flash Point: CLOSED CUP: 43.333°C (110°F). (Pensky-Martens.)
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: Is not dispersed in cold water, hot water.
Solubility: Insoluble in cold water, hot water.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Heat, ignition sources, incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents. Slightly reactive to reactive with acids.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
Special Remarks on Decomposition: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 3900 mg/kg [Rat]. (Cobalt Naphthenate).
Chronic Effects on Humans: Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: blood, kidneys, the
nervous system, peripheral nervous system.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Ingestion of mineral spirits may cause a burning sensation in the mouth,
esophagus and stomach. Vomiting, blurred vision, diarrhea and CNS effects may occur. Swallowing may cause aspiration into
the lungs. Inhalation may cause intoxication, peropheral nerve disorders and CNS depression. They are suspected
carcinogens of the skin, scrotum, larynx, lung and alimentary tracts.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this
substance is not fully known. IARC-2B: Possibly carcinogenic to humans: limited evidence in humans in the absence of
sufficient evidence in experimental animals. ACGIH A3: Animal carcinogen: Agent is carcinogenic in experimental animals at a
relatively high dose, by route(s) of administration, at site(s), of histologic type(s), or by mechanism(s) not considered relevant
to worker exposure. Available epidemologic studies do not confirm an increased risk of cancer in exposed humans. Available
evidence suggests that the agent is not likely to cause cancer in humans except under uncommon or unlikely routes or levels
of exposure. The Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS) contains tumorigenic and/or carcinogenic and/or
neoplastic data for components in this product.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.
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: Not available.
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: CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.
Identification: : Flammable liquid, n.o.s., (cobalt naphthenate, 53% in mineral spirits) UNNA: 1993 PG: III
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.
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 cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the
statute: Cobalt 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: Cobalt Pennsylvania RTK: Cobalt Massachusetts RTK: Cobalt
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Cobalt
Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8°C (100°F).
DSCL (EEC):
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 1
Fire Hazard: 2
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: g
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 1
Flammability: 2
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment: Gloves. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Safety glasses.
Section 16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 11/28/2005 01:41 PM
Last Updated: 11/06/2008 12:00 PM