
Cobalt (II) Chloride Hexahydrate
Properties
Product #
1497
Name
Cobalt (II) Chloride Hexahydrate
Synonyms
Cobaltous Chloride hexahydrate, cobalt dichloride hexahydrate
Formula
CoCl2.6H2O
Purity
ACS
CAS Number
7791-13-1
Molecular Weight
237.93
Color & Form
Pink to red-purple deliquescent crystals
Boiling Point
1920° C
Melting Point
87° C
Specific Gravity
1.924
Solubility in water
Soluble
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Safety
Transportation Information
UN3077, Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s., 9, III (DOT)
Air Transportation Information
UN3077, Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s., 9, III (IATA)
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Danger
Hazardous Statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed.
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- H350 May cause cancer.
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child.
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Phrases
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
- P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
- P273 Avoid release to the environment.
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P284 Wear respiratory protection.
- P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell.
- P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.
- P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338+P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
- P342+P311 IF experiencing respiratory symptoms: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
- P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Detailed Safety and Handling Information can be found on our Safety Data Sheet (SDS).