Section 1: Product Identification  
 Chemical Name: (1R,2R)-(-)-1,2-Cyclohexanediamino-N,N'-bis(3,5-di-t-butylsalicylidene)cobalt (II) 
 CAS Registry Number: 176763-62-5 
 Formula: C36H52CoN2O2 
 EINECS Number: none 
 Chemical Family: organometallic complexes 
 Synonym: none 
 
  Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients  
 Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL) 
 Title Compound 176763-62-5 100% 0.02mg/m3 (as Co) no data 
 
  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 
 
  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. 
 
  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 and If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes. 
 Decomposion Products: 
 Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards. 
 
  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. 
 
  SECTION 7: Handling and Storage  
 Handling and Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container away from heat and direct sunlight. 
 
  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. 
 
  SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties  
 Color and Form: red-brown pwdr. 
 Molecular Weight: 603.76 
 Melting Point: 406-412°C 
 Boiling Point: no data 
 Vapor Pressure: not applicable 
 Specific Gravity: no data 
 Odor: none 
 Solubility in Water: insoluble 
 
  SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity  
 Stability: air and moisture stable 
 Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization 
 Conditions to Avoid: none 
 Incompatibility: oxidizing agents 
 Decomposition Products: carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, organic fumes, and cobalt oxide. 
 
  SECTION 11: Toxicological Information  
 RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files. 
 Carcinogenic Effects: Possible carcinogen 
 Mutagenic Effects: No data 
 Tetratogenic Effects: No data 
 
  SECTION 12: Ecological Information  
 Ecological Information: No information available 
 
  SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations  
 Disposal: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. 
 
  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 
 
  SECTION 15: Regulatory Information  
 TSCA: Not listed in the TSCA inventory. 
 SARA (Title 313): Title compound: See category N096 for reporting. 
 Second Ingredient: None 
 
 
  SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  
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