Dicobalt octacarbonyl Safety Data Sheets
SAFETY DATA SHEETS
According to the UN GHS revision 8
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1 GHS Product identifier
| Product name | Octacarbonyldicobalt |
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1.2 Other means of identification
| Product number | - |
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| Other names | Dicobalt octacarbonyl,stabilized; COBALT CARBONYL; Dicobalt octacarbonyl |
1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
| Identified uses | Industrial and scientific research uses. |
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| Uses advised against | no data available |
1.4 Supplier's details
| Company | Echemi.com |
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| Address | Echemi.com |
| Telephone | Echemi.com |
1.5 Emergency phone number
| Emergency phone number | Echemi.com |
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| Service hours | Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours). |
SECTION 2: Hazard identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable solids, Category 1
Self- heating substances and mixtures, Category 1
Acute toxicity - Category 4, Oral
Acute toxicity - Category 4, Dermal
Skin irritation, Category 2
Skin sensitization, Sub-category 1A
Eye irritation, Category 2
Acute toxicity - Category 1, Inhalation
Respiratory sensitization, Sub-category 1A
Carcinogenicity, Category 1B
Reproductive toxicity, Category 2
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term (Chronic) - Category Chronic 3
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
| Pictogram(s) |    |
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| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statement(s) | H251 Self-heating; may catch fire H302+H312 Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H330 Fatal if inhaled H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H351 Suspected of causing cancer H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects |
| Precautionary statement(s) | |
| Prevention | P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/...] equipment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... P235 Keep cool. P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. P273 Avoid release to the environment. |
| Response | P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. P301+P317 IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help. P330 Rinse mouth. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/... P317 Get medical help. P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label). P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P332+P317 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help. P333+P317 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label). P342+P316 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Get emergency medical help immediately. P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
| Storage | P407 Maintain air gap between stacks or pallets. P410 Protect from sunlight. P413 Store bulk masses greater than ⦠kg/â¦lbs at temperatures not exceeding â¦Â°C/â¦Â°F. P420 Store separately. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. |
| Disposal | P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. |
2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification
no data available
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
| Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number | Concentration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Octacarbonyldicobalt | Octacarbonyldicobalt | 10210-68-1 | 233-514-0 | 100% |
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
If inhaled
Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Following skin contact
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Following eye contact
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Following ingestion
Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention .
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
This material is highly toxic. It is irritating to skin and mucous membranes. Cobalt carbonyls share the general toxicity of carbonyls because of the direct irritant and systemic action of the compound coupled with the effects of carbon monoxide which is released from their decomposition. (EPA, 1998)
4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
no data available
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
Excerpt from ERG Guide 135 [Substances - Spontaneously Combustible]: DO NOT USE WATER, CO2 OR FOAM ON MATERIAL ITSELF. Some of these materials may react violently with water. EXCEPTION: For Xanthates, UN3342 and for Dithionite (Hydrosulfite/Hydrosulphite) UN1384, UN1923 and UN1929, USE FLOODING AMOUNTS OF WATER for SMALL AND LARGE fires to stop the reaction. Smothering will not work for these materials, they do not need air to burn. SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, soda ash, lime or DRY sand, EXCEPT for UN1384, UN1923, UN1929 and UN3342. LARGE FIRE: DRY sand, dry chemical, soda ash or lime EXCEPT for UN1384, UN1923, UN1929 and UN3342, or withdraw from area and let fire burn. CAUTION: UN3342 when flooded with water will continue to evolve flammable Carbon disulfide/Carbon disulphide vapors. Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. FIRE INVOLVING TANKS OR CAR/TRAILER LOADS: Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. Do not get water inside containers or in contact with substance. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. (ERG, 2016)
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical
When heated to decomposition, it emits carbon monoxide. Slowly attacked by hydrochloric acid and sulfuric acid, more rapidly by nitric acid and bromine. Unstable, decomposes on exposure to air. (EPA, 1998)
5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Collect and arrange disposal. Keep the chemical in suitable and closed containers for disposal. Remove all sources of ignition. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Adhered or collected material should be promptly disposed of, in accordance with appropriate laws and regulations.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
NO open flames. NO contact with oxidizing agents. Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Fireproof. Separated from oxidants. Well closed. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for proper storage conditions.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
Occupational Exposure limit values
TLV: (as Co): 0.1 mg/m3, as TWA
Biological limit values
no data available
8.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Ensure adequate ventilation. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Set up emergency exits and the risk-elimination area.
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
Skin protection
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Respiratory protection
Use local exhaust or breathing protection.
Thermal hazards
no data available
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties and safety characteristics
| Physical state | Cobalt carbonyl is an orange or dark brown crystalline solid. Used as a catalyst, used in antiknock gasoline and in making high-purity cobalt compounds. (EPA, 1998) |
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| Colour | no data available |
| Odour | no data available |
| Melting point/freezing point | 51°C(lit.) |
| Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range | 219°C/1mmHg(lit.) |
| Flammability | Noncombustible Solid, but flammable carbon monoxide is emitted during decomposition. |
| Lower and upper explosion limit/flammability limit | no data available |
| Flash point | -23°C |
| Auto-ignition temperature | no data available |
| Decomposition temperature | 52°C |
| pH | no data available |
| Kinematic viscosity | no data available |
| Solubility | Insoluble (NIOSH, 2016) |
| Partition coefficient n-octanol/water | no data available |
| Vapour pressure | 0.07 mm Hg at 59° F (EPA, 1998) |
| Density and/or relative density | 1.81 |
| Relative vapour density | no data available |
| Particle characteristics | no data available |
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Decomposes on warming. Decomposes under the influence of air. This produces toxic fumes of carbon monoxide and cobalt. Reacts with oxidants. This generates fire hazard.
10.2 Chemical stability
no data available
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
When heated to decomposition, COBALT CARBONYL emits carbon monoxide. Slowly attacked by hydrochloric acid and sulfuric acid, more rapidly by nitric acid and bromine. Unstable, decomposes on exposure to air [EPA, 1998].
10.4 Conditions to avoid
no data available
10.5 Incompatible materials
This compound is incompatible with the following:Air [Note: Decomposes on exposure to air or heat; stable in atmosphere of hydrogen & carbon monoxide.] (NIOSH, 1997)
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
no data available
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
- Oral: no data available
- Inhalation: no data available
- Dermal: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
Iarc-2b
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
STOT-single exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin. The substance is severely irritating to the respiratory tract. Inhalation may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.
STOT-repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on dispersing, however, much faster.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
- Toxicity to fish: no data available
- Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: no data available
- Toxicity to algae: no data available
- Toxicity to microorganisms: no data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability
no data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
no data available
12.5 Other adverse effects
no data available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Disposal methods
Product
The material can be disposed of by removal to a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs, feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Contaminated packaging
Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and offered for recycling or reconditioning. Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN Number
| ADR/RID: UN3190 (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: UN3190 (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: UN3190 (For reference only, please check.) |
14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name
| ADR/RID: SELF-HEATING SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: SELF-HEATING SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: SELF-HEATING SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (For reference only, please check.) |
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
| ADR/RID: 4.2 (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: 4.2 (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: 4.2 (For reference only, please check.) |
14.4 Packing group, if applicable
| ADR/RID: II (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: II (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: II (For reference only, please check.) |
14.5 Environmental hazards
| ADR/RID: No | IMDG: No | IATA: No |
14.6 Special precautions for user
no data available
14.7 Transport in bulk according to IMO instruments
no data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
| Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number |
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| Octacarbonyldicobalt | Octacarbonyldicobalt | 10210-68-1 | 233-514-0 |
| European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) | Listed. | ||
| EC Inventory | Listed. | ||
| United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory | Listed. | ||
| China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 | Not Listed. | ||
| New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) | Listed. | ||
| Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) | Listed. | ||
| Vietnam National Chemical Inventory | Listed. | ||
| Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC) | Listed. | ||
| Korea Existing Chemicals List (KECL) | Listed. | ||
SECTION 16: Other information
Information on revision
| Creation Date | July 15, 2019 |
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| Revision Date | July 15, 2019 |
Abbreviations and acronyms
- CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
- ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
- IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
- IATA: International Air Transportation Association
- TWA: Time Weighted Average
- STEL: Short term exposure limit
- LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
- LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
- EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
References
- IPCS - The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website: http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home
- HSDB - Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
- IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
- eChemPortal - The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website: http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en
- CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
- ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
- ERG - Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website: http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg
- Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website: http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp
- ECHA - European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/
Other Information
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential.Health effects of exposure to the substance have not been investigated adequately.Several manufacturers label this substance for other effects - including the possibility of allergic skin reactions, cancer, reproductive effects, specific target organ toxicity (following repeated exposure) or long-term aquatic hazard - but sufficient data to support these GHS classifications were not found.
Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. We as supplier shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
Dicobalt octacarbonyl is included in Organometallic Compounds category.
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