Cobalt carbonyl (as Co)
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CAS
10210-68-1
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C8Co2O8
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RTECS
GG0300000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
di-mu-Carbonylhexacarbonyldicobalt, Cobalt octacarbonyl, Cobalt tetracarbonyl dimer, Dicobalt carbonyl, Dicobalt Octacarbonyl, Octacarbonyldicobalt
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 0.1 mg/m3
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
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Physical Description
Orange to dark-brown, crystalline solid. [Note: The pure substance is white.]
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MW: 341.9
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BP: 126°F (Decomposes)
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MLT: 124°F
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Sol: Insoluble
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VP: 0.7 mmHg
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IP: ?
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Sp.Gr: 1.87
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Fl.P: NA
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UEL: NA
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LEL: NA
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Noncombustible Solid, but flammable carbon monoxide is emitted during decomposition.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Air [Note: Decomposes on exposure to air or heat; stable in atmosphere of hydrogen & carbon monoxide.]
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Measurement Methods
None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane; cough, decreased pulmonary function, wheezing, dyspnea (breathing difficulty); in animals: liver, kidney injury, pulmonary edema
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, blood, central nervous system
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0976 |
