Cobalt, borate 2-ethylhexanoate complexes

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible). Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

1. Description of first aid measures

Inhalation : Move to fresh air. Call a physician if symptoms develop or persist. Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. In case of eczema or other skin disorders: Seek medical attention and take along these instructions.

Skin contact : Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.

Eye contact : Ingestion Rinse mouth. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

2. Most important symptoms  and effects, both acute and delayed :

Severe eye irritation. Symptoms may include stinging, tearing, redness, swelling, and blurred vision. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Dermatitis. Rash.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed : Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically. Keep victim under observation. Symptoms may be delayed.

Fire-fighting measures

General fire hazards : No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted.

1. Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : Water fog. Foam. Dry chemical powder. Carbon dioxide (CO2).

Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.

2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture : During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed.

3. Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment for firefighters : Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.

Special fire fighting procedures : Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

Specific methods : Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials.

Accidental release measures

1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

For non-emergency personnel : Keep unnecessary personnel away. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Wear appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean-up. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained. For personal protection, see section 8 of the SDS.

For emergency responders : Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use personal protection recommended in Section 8 of the SDS.

Environmental precautions : Avoid release to the environment. Inform appropriate managerial or supervisory personnel of all environmental releases. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up :

Prevent entry into waterways, sewer, basements or confined areas.

Large Spills: Stop the flow of material, if this is without risk. Following product recovery, flush area with water.

Small Spills: Clean surface thoroughly to remove residual contamination.

Never return spills to original containers for re-use.

Handling and storage

1. Precautions for safe handling : Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid breathing

dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged exposure. Pregnant or breastfeeding women must not handle this product. Should be handled in closed systems, if possible. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Avoid release to the environment. Observe good industrial hygiene practices.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Store locked up. Store in tightly closed container. Store away from incompatible materials.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

UN3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.

Chemical name:

Cobalt, Borate 2-ethylhexanoate Complexes

Language:

English

Class or division:

Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

Shipping

Labels:

not shown in current MSDS

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

UN3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s

Chemical name:

Cobalt, Borate 2-ethylhexanoate Complexes

Language:

English

Class or division:

Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Marine pollutant

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

UN3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (Cobalt, Borate 2-ethylhexanoate Complexes)

Class or division:

Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

1. Control parameters

1.1. Occupational exposure limits for Cobalt, Borate 2-ethylhexanoate Complexes (CAS 91782-60-4)       

Bulgaria.

OELs. Regulation No 13 on protection of workers against risks of exposure to chemical agents at work

TWA       0,1 mg/m3

Croatia.

Dangerous Substance Exposure Limit Values in the Workplace (ELVs), Annexes 1 and 2, Narodne Novine, 13/09

MAC       0,1 mg/m3       

Czech Republic.

OELs. Government Decre Material       e 361

Ceiling       0,1 mg/m3 (form : aerosol inhalable).

TWA       0,05 mg/m3       (form : aerosol inhalable).

Denmark.

Exposure Limit Values

TLV       0,01 mg/m3

Estonia.

OELs. Occupational Exposure Limits of Hazardous Substances. (Annex of Regulation No. 293 of 18 September 2001)

TWA       0,05 mg/m3       

Greece.

OELs (Decree No. 90/1999, as ame Material       amended)

TWA       0,1 mg/m3       

Hungary.

OELs. Joint Decree on Chemical Material Safety of Workplaces       

STEL       0,4 mg/m3       

TWA       0,1 mg/m3       

Iceland.

OELs. Regulation 154/1999 on occupational exposure limits Type

TWA       0,02 mg/m3       Dust and fume.

Ireland.

Occupational Exposure Limits       

TWA       0,02 mg/m3       

Italy.

Occupational Exposure Limits

TWA       0,02 mg/m3

Lithuania. OELs.  Limit Values for Chemical Substances, General Requirements

TWA       0,05 mg/m3

Poland.

Ordinance of the Minister of Labour and Social Policy on 6 June 2014 on the maximum permissible concentrations and intensities of harmful health factors in the work environment, Journal of Laws 2014, item 817

TWA       0,02 mg/m3

Portugal.

VLEs. Norm on occupational exposure to chemical agents (NP 1796)

TWA       0,02 mg/m3

Spain.

Occupational Exposure Limits       

TWA       0,02 mg/m3

Sweden.

OELs. Work Environment Authority (AV), Occupational Exposure Limit Values (AFS 2015:7)

TWA       0,02 mg/m3       Inhalable dust.

Switzerland.

SUVA Grenzwerte am Arbeitsplatz

TWA       0,05 mg/m3

Slovakia.

OELs. Regulation No. 300/2007 concerning protection of health in work with chemical agents

TWA       0,05 mg/m3

UK.

EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs)

TWA       0,1 mg/m3

1.2. Biological limit values

      *

Finland.  HTP-arvot, App 2., Biological Limit Values, (BRA/BGV) , Social Affairs and Ministry of Health

Material       Value       Determinant       Specimen       Sampling Time

CCobalt, Borate 2-ethylhexanoate Complexes (CAS 91782-60-4)       130 nmol/l       Cobalt       Urine

*       - For sampling details, please see the source document.

France. Biological indicators of exposure (IBE) (National Institute for Research and Security (INRS, ND 2065)

Material       Value       Determinant       Specimen       Sampling Time

Cobalt, Borate 2-ethylhexanoate Complexes (CAS 91782-60-4)       15 µg/l       Cobalt       Urine       *       1 µg/l       Cobalt       Blood       *

*       - For sampling details, please see the source document.

Hungary. Chemical Safety at Workplace Ordinance Joint Decree No. 25/2000 (Annex 2): Permissible limit values of biological exposure (effect) indices

Material       Value       Determinant       Specimen       Sampling Time

Cobalt, Borate 2-ethylhexanoate Complexes (CAS

91782-60-4)       0,03 mg/g       Cobalt       Creatinine in urine

      0,058 μmol/mmol       Cobalt       Creatinine in       *

urine *  

* For sampling details, please see the source document.

Spain. Biological Limit Values (VLBs), Occupational Exposure Limits for Chemical Agents, Table 4

Material       Value       Determinant       Specimen       Sampling Time

Cobalt, Borate 2-ethylhexanoate Complexes (CAS 91782-60-4)       15 µg/l       Cobalto       Urine       *       1 µg/l       Cobalto       Blood       *

*       - For sampling details, please see the source document.

Recommended monitoring procedures :       Follow standard monitoring procedures.

Derived no effect levels : (DNELs) : see REACH dossier.

Predicted no effect concentrations (PNECs) : see REACH dossier

2. Exposure controls

      

Appropriate engineering controls : Good general ventilation should be used. Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If exposure limits have not been established, maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level. Provide eyewash station.

Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment

General information : Use personal protective equipment as required. Personal protection equipment should be chosen according to the CEN standards and in discussion with the supplier of the personal protective equipment.

Eye/face protection : Skin protection       Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles).

Hand protection : Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.

Other : Wear appropriate chemical resistant clothing. Use of an impervious apron is recommended.

Respiratory protection : In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

Thermal hazards : Wear appropriate thermal protective clothing, when necessary.

Hygiene measures : Observe any medical surveillance requirements. Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking.  Routinely wash work clothing and protective equipment to remove contaminants. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

Environmental exposure controls : Inform appropriate managerial or supervisory personnel of all environmental releases. Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. Fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment may be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

Stability and reactivity

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

Avoid dust formation.

MATERIALS TO AVOID:

Strong oxidizing agents. Organic peroxides. Reducing agents.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:

Carbon oxides. Cobalt oxides.

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

Residual waste : Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe manner (see:

Disposal instructions).

Contaminated packaging : Since emptied containers may retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is

emptied. Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.

EU waste code : The Waste code should be assigned in discussion between the user, the producer and the waste disposal company.

Disposal methods/information : Collect and reclaim or dispose in sealed containers at licensed waste disposal site. Do not allow

this material to drain into sewers/water supplies. Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with chemical or used container. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Special precautions Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.