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Octacarbonyldicobalt

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Octacarbonyldicobalt
Product Code
13060

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, A Johnson Matthey Company / Johnson Matthey Catalog Company, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, A Johnson Matthey Company / Johnson Matthey Catalog Company, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Alfa Aesar, A Johnson Matthey Company

(978) 521-6300

CHEMTREC

(800) 424-9300

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Sol. Cat. 1
Self-heat. Cat. 2
Acute Tox. Cat. 1
Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Skin Sens. Cat. 1
Carc. Cat. 2
Repr. Cat. 2
Aquatic Acute Cat. 3
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 3

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H228 Flammable solid.
H252 Self-heating in large quantities; may catch fire.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H330 Fatal if inhaled.
H351 Suspected of causing cancer.
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
H402 Harmful to aquatic life.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/clothing.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P304 + P341 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture

Chemical characterization: Description: (CAS#)

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Octacarbonyldicobalt 10210-68-1 95 - 99% No
Hexane 110-54-3 1 - 5% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek immediate medical advice.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

CO2, sand, extinguishing powder.

Unsuitable media

Water

Specific hazards

In case of fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Toxic metal oxide fume

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Cleanup methods

Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Handle under dry protective gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace. Open and handle container with care.

Storage

Store in a cool location. Store under dry inert gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Fire prevention

Keep ignition sources away.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Crystalline
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Crystalline
Colour
Red-orange
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Crystalline
Odor
Specific type
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
---
Melting Point
ca 51°C (ca 124°F) (dec)
Boiling Point
Not determined
Flash Point
-13°C (9°F)
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
Not determined
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.73 g/cm³
Flammability
Highly flammable.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Solubility
Insoluble
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
Insoluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.

Hazardous reactions

Self igniting

Incompatible

Air, Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Toxic metal oxide fume

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Disposal

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
3124
Shipping Name
TOXIC SOLID, SELF-HEATING, N.O.S. (Octacarbonyldicobalt)
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
I
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

For use only by technically qualified individuals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Octacarbonyldicobalt?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Octacarbonyldicobalt?

Octacarbonyldicobalt is a crystalline appearing as crystalline with red-orange color. It has specific type odor.

What is the solubility of Octacarbonyldicobalt?

Insoluble

What are the hazard statements for Octacarbonyldicobalt?

This substance has 9 hazard statements:

  • H228: Flammable solid.
  • H252: Self-heating in large quantities; may catch fire.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H330: Fatal if inhaled.
  • H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
  • H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
  • H402: Harmful to aquatic life.
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Octacarbonyldicobalt?

The melting point is ca 51°C (ca 124°F) (dec) and the boiling point is Not determined.