SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Cobalt(III) Oxide Nanoparticles / Nanopowder
Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. CO3-OX-02-NP
, CO3-OX-03-NP
, CO3-OX-04-NP
, CO3-OX-05-NP
CAS #: 1308-04-9
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351
Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300
International: +1 703-527-3887
SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
OSHA Hazards
Carcinogen, Harmful by ingestion., Skin sensitiser
GHS Classification
Acute toxicity, Oral(Category 4)
Skin sensitization(Category 1)
Carcinogenicity(Category 2)
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H302
Harmful if swallowed.
H317
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H351
Suspected of causing cancer.
Precautionary statement(s)
P280
Wear protective gloves.
HMIS
Classification
Health hazard: 2
Chronic Health Hazard:*
Flammability: 0
Physical hazards: 0
NFPA Rating
Health hazard: 2
Fire: 0
Reactivity Hazard: 0
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation
May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin
May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
Ingestion
Toxic if swallowed.
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Formula: Co2O3
Molecular Weight: 165.86 g/mol
CAS-No.
1308-04-9
EC-No.
215-156-7
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Move out of dangerous area.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Special protective equipment for firefighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Hazardous combustion products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions.-Cobalt/cobalt oxides
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions.-Cobalt/cobalt oxides
Further information
The product itself does not burn.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
Conditions for safe storage
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Keep in a dry place.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Hand protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
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
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Hygiene measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Form
powder
Colour
black
Safety data
pH
no data available
Melting point/freezing point
no data available
Boiling point
no data available
Flash point
not applicable
Ignition temperature
no data available
Autoignition temperature
no data available
Lower explosion limit
no data available
Upper explosion limit
no data available
Vapor pressure
no data available
Density
5.700 g/cm3 at 20 °C (68 °F)
5.700 g/cm3 at 20 °C (68 °F)
Water solubility
no data available
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
no data available
Relative Vapor density
no data available
Odor
odourless
Odor Threshold
no data available
Evaporation rate
no data available
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available
Conditions to avoid
no data available
Materials to avoid
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions.-Cobalt/cobalt oxides
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions.-Cobalt/cobalt oxides
Other decomposition products-no data available
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity
Oral LD50
Inhalation LC50
no data available
Dermal LD50
no data available
Other information on acute toxicity
LD50 Subcutaneous-mouse-2,064 mg/kg
LD50 Subcutaneous-mouse-2,064 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
May cause allergic skin reaction.
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
This product is or contains a component that has been reported to be possibly carcinogenic based on its IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or EPA classification.
Limited evidence of carcinogenicity in animal studies
IARC:
2B-Group 2B: Possibly carcinogenic to humans(Dicobalt trioxide)
NTP:
No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
OSHA:
No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Teratogenicity
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity -single exposure(Globally Harmonized System)
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity -repeated exposure(Globally Harmonized System)
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Potential health effects
Inhalation
May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion
Toxic if swallowed.
Skin
May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
Synergistic effects
no data available
Additional Information
RTECS: GG2900000
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
no data available
Persistence and degradability
no data available
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
Mobility in soil
no data available
PBT and vPvB assessment
no data available
Other adverse effects
no data available
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT (US)
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA Hazards
Carcinogen, Harmful by ingestion., Skin sensitiser
SARA 302 Components
SARA 302: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 313 Components
The following components are subject to reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313:
Dicobalt trioxide
CAS-No.
1308-04-9
SARA 311/312 Hazards
Acute Health Hazard, Chronic Health Hazard
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Dicobalt trioxide
CAS-No.
1308-04-9
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Dicobalt trioxide
CAS-No.
1308-04-9
California Prop. 65 Components
This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). 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. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.