Section 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: (3,3-Dimethyl-1-butyne)dicobalt hexacarbonyl, 98%
CAS Registry Number: 56792-69-9
Formula: Co2O6C13H10
EINECS Number: none
Chemical Family: metalocene
Synonym: none
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title compound 56792-69-9 100% 0.02mg/m3 (as Co) no data
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Inhalation can lead to headaches and dizziness. May cause
Emergency Overview:
sensitization by skin contact. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation
Eye Contact: May cause mild irritation to the eyes.
Skin Contact: May cause mild irritation to the skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Inhalation: Harmful by inhalation. Inhalation could lead to dizziness and headache.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Inhalation can lead to headaches and dizziness. May cause
Acute Health Affects:
sensitization by skin contact.
Chronic Health Affects: 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: no data
Autoignition Temperature: no data
Explosion Limits: no data
Extinguishing Medium: carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
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 carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and cobalt oxide dust.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Flammable liquid. No unusual fire or explosion hazards.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures: Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to air may
Handling and Storage:
result in degradation of the product. Keep containers tightly sealed.
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: 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: Handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: dark red liquid
Molecular Weight: 368.07
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: not determined
Solubility in Water: insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: prolonged contact with air
Incompatibility: oxidizing agents and halogens
Decomposition Products: carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic fumes, cobalt oxides
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects: no data
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): Flammable liquids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR): 3
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): III
UN ID Number (CFR): UN# 1993
Shipping Name (IATA): Flammable liquid, N.O.S
Hazard Class (IATA): 3
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): III
UN ID Number (IATA): UN# 1993
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Not listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed
Second Ingredient: none
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A
