BR1945 Cerium (III) Bromide Hydrate (metal basis) (CAS No. 14457-87-5)

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Cobalt(II) Bromide Hydrate

CAS #: 85017-77-2

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

Supplier details:

Stanford Advanced Materials

E-mail: sales@samaterials.com

Tel: (949) 407-8904

Address: 23661 Birtcher Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630 U.S.A.

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification

Classification under 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)

Acute oral toxicity Category 4

Acute dermal toxicity Category 4

Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4

Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2

Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Target Organs - Respiratory system.

Label Elements

Signal Word: Warning

Hazard Statements

H335 - May cause respiratory irritation

H351 - Suspected of causing cancer

H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

H315 - Causes skin irritationH410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

H302 - Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary Statements

P281 - Use personal protective equipment as required

P261 - Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray

P273 - Avoid release to the environment

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

P280 - Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection

P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact

lenses, if present and

easy to do. Continue rinsing

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component / CAS-No / Weight %

Cobalt(II) bromide hydrate / 85017-77-2 / 100

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye Contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical

attention.

Skin Contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention.

Most important symptoms and effects

No information available.

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Substance is nonflammable; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire. Unsuitable

Extinguishing Media No information available

Flash Point No information available

Method - No information available

Autoignition Temperature No information available

Explosion Limits

Upper No data available

Lower No data available

Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No information available

Sensitivity to Static Discharge No information available

Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical

Non-combustible. Do not allow run-off from fire-fighting to enter drains or water courses. Hazardous

Combustion Products

Hydrogen halides.

Protective Equipment and Precautions for FirefightersAs in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or

equivalent) and full protective gear.

NFPA

Health

2

Flammability

Instability

1

Physical hazards

N/A

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions

Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required.

Environmental Precautions

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Do not allow material to contaminate ground

water system. Prevent product from entering drains. Local authorities

should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.

Methods for Containment and Clean Up

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Do not let this chemical enter the

environment.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe dust. Do not ingest. If swallowed then

seek immediate medical assistance.

Storage

Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Refer product specification and/or pro

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Guidelines

This product does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure limits established

by the region specific regulatory bodies.

Engineering Measures

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that eyewash stations

and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Personal Protective Equipment

Eye/face Protection

Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and

face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.

Skin and body protection

Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respiratory Protection

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard

EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if

exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.Hygiene Measures

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State Solid

Appearance Reddish violet

Odor No information available

Odor Threshold No information available

pH No information available

Melting Point/Range No data available

Boiling Point/Range No information available

Flash Point No information available

Evaporation Rate Not applicable

Flammability (solid,gas) No information available

Flammability or explosive limits

Upper No data available

Lower No data available

Vapor Pressure No information available

Vapor Density Not applicable

Specific Gravity No information available

Solubility No information available

Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available

Autoignition Temperature No information available

Decomposition Temperature No information available

Viscosity Not applicable

Molecular Formula Br2 Co . x H2 O

Molecular Weight 218.75

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactive Hazard None known, based on information available

Stability Stable. Hygroscopic.

Conditions to Avoid Incompatible products. Exposure to moist air or water.

Incompatible Materials Strong oxidizing agents, Metals

Hazardous Decomposition Products Hydrogen halides

Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute Toxicity

Product Information

Oral LD50 Category 4. ATE = 300 - 2000 mg/kg. Dermal LD50 Category 4. ATE = 1000 - 2000 mg/kg.

Mist LC50 Category 4. ATE = 1 - 5 mg/l. Component Information

Toxicologically Synergistic

Products

No information available

Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure

Irritation Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skinSensitization No information available

Mutagenic Effects No information available

Reproductive Effects No information available. Developmental Effects No information available.

Teratogenicity No information available. STOT - single exposure Respiratory system

STOT - repeated exposure None known

Aspiration hazard No information available

Symptoms / effects,both acute and

delayed

No information available

Endocrine Disruptor Information No information available

Other Adverse Effects The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity

Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. The

product contains following substances which are hazardous for the environment.

Persistence and Degradability Soluble in water

Persistence is unlikely based on information available.

Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation No information available.

Mobility Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its water solubility.

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal Methods

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a

hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and

national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT

UN-No UN3077

Proper Shipping Name Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s. Hazard Class 9

Packing Group III

TDG

UN-No UN3077

Proper Shipping Name Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s. Hazard Class 9

Packing Group III

IATA

UN-No UN3077

Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.* Hazard

Class 9

Packing Group III

IMDG/IMO

UN-No UN3077

Proper Shipping Name Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s. Hazard Class 9

Packing Group III

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories See section 2 for more information

CWA (Clean Water Act) Not applicable

OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration Not applicable

CERCLA Not applicable

California Proposition 65 This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals

U.S. Department of Transportation

Reportable Quantity (RQ): N

DOT Marine Pollutant N

DOT Severe Marine Pollutant N

U.S. Department of Homeland

Security

This product does not contain any DHS chemicals. Other International Regulations

Mexico - Grade No information available.

SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is

believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The

information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the

product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the

properties of the product.