COBALT SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Pink to red monoclinic prismatic crystals or red granular solid. Odorless. Becomes anhydrous at 788°F. (NTP, 1992)

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Water soluble. The resulting solution is acidic.

Literature sources indicate that this chemical is nonflammable. (NTP, 1992)

SYMPTOMS: Symptoms of exposure to this compound via inhalation include coughing and shortness of breath. Inhalation may cause irritation of the respiratory tract and mucous membranes. It may also cause permanent disability. Ingestion of this compound may result in nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, vasodilatation, mild hypotension, rash and ringing in the ears. It can cause irritation, redness and pain on skin or eye contact. Skin contact may also result in allergic reactions. Other symptoms include headache and nervous system disturbances. Repeated ingestion may produce a goiter and reduce thyroid activity. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Lung disease sometimes occurs on inhalation of this type of compound.

ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: This compound is readily absorbed through the skin. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of SOx. It may also emit toxic fumes of CoOx. It may cause irritation. (NTP, 1992)

Does not react strongly as either oxidizing agents or reducing agents but such behavior is not impossible. The aqueous solutions are acidic. May catalyze organic reactions.

• Salts, Acidic Inorganic/Organic

Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. (NTP, 1992)

SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you spill this chemical, you should dampen the solid spill material with water, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with water to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash all contaminated surfaces with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should store this material under ambient temperatures, and protect it from moisture. (NTP, 1992)

RECOMMENDED RESPIRATOR: Where the neat test chemical is weighed and diluted, wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter. (NTP, 1992)

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

• BIEBERITE
• COBALT MONOSULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE
• COBALT MONOSULPHATE HEPTAHYDRATE
• COBALT SULFATE (COSO4) HEPTAHYDRATE
• COBALT SULFATE HYDRATE (COSO4.7H2O)
• COBALT SULPHATE HEPTAHYDRATE
• COBALT(2+) SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE
• COBALT(II) SULFATE (1:1) HEPTAHYDRATE
• COBALT(II) SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE
• COBALT(II) SULPHATE HEPTAHYDRATE
• COBALTOUS SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE
• COBALTOUS SULPHATE HEPTAHYDRATE
• SULFURIC ACID, COBALT(2+) SALT (1:1), HEPTAHYDRATE