Bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)cobalticinium hexafluorophosphate

Synonym:none

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound79973-42-5100%0.02mg/m3 (as Co)no data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Causes irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. May cause lung disease, polycythemia, congestive failure,
Emergency Overview:
and enlargement of the thyroid. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Skin and eyes, ingestion and dust inhalation.
Eye Contact:Causes irritation, redness, and pain.
Skin Contact:May cause dermatitis. Causes irritation to skin. Symptoms include redness, itching, and pain.
Causes irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath, nausea,
Inhalation:
respiratory hypersensitivity, asthma.
Causes abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, flushing of the face and ears, mild hypo tension, rash, and ringing
Ingestion:
in the ears.
Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Causes abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, coughing, and
Acute Health Affects:
shortness of breath.
Repeated oral administration of cobalt salts may reduce thyroid activity, cause blood disease, and damage
Chronic Health Affects:kidney, heart and lungs. Prolonged or repeated skin exposure may cause dermatitis. Limited evidence of a
carcinogenic effect.
NTP:No
IARC:No
OSHA:No

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SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
Skin Exposure:
irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:none
Explosion Limits:none
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, foam or dry powder
If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self- contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes and vapors of phosphorus pentoxide.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non combustible adsorbent and
Spill and Leak Procedures:
swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store in a cool, dry area away from heat and direct sunlight.

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SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Ventilation:Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:yellow to orange pwdr.
Molecular Weight:474.35
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:slightly soluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:none
Incompatibility:Oxidizing agent and halogens
Decomposition Products:Cobalt oxide, phosphorus pentoxide, and hydrogen fluoride.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:No specific information available on this product.
Carcinogenic Effects:Possible carcinogen (as Co)
Mutagenic Effects:No data
Tetratogenic Effects:No data

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

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SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):NA
UN ID Number (CFR):NA
Shipping Name (IATA):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):NA
UN ID Number (IATA):NA

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound: See category N096 for reporting.
Second Ingredient:None

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A