Cobalt, powder

58.9332 g·mol−1

1.03 g/mL at 25 °C

1495 °C

2900 °C(lit.)

H₂O: soluble

grey or orange powder, or silver solid

UN 1760/3089

R11 - Highly flammable
R15 - Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases
R17 - Spontaneously flammable in air
R23/24/25 - Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
R34 - Causes burns
R36/37 - Irritating to eyes and respiratory system
R36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin
R40 - Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect
R42/43 - May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact
R45 - May cause cancer
R53 - May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment

S22 - Do not breathe dust
S23 - Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray (appropriate wording to be specified by the manufacturer)
S24 - Avoid contact with skin
S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves
S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
S37 - Wear suitable gloves
S43 - In case of fire use ... (indicate in the space the precise type of fire-fighting equipment. If water increases the risk add - Never use water)
S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible)
S5 - Keep contents under ... (appropriate liquid to be specified by the manufacturer)
S53 - Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use
S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet

4.1

T, Xn, F

UN 3264 8 / PG 3