Cobaltous citrate
Agent Name
Cobaltous citrate
CAS Number
866-81-9
Formula
C6-H8-O7.2/3Co
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, cobalt(2+) salt (2:3); Citric acid, cobalt(2+) salt (2:3); Cobalt citrate; Tricobalt dicitrate; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
Dihydrate: Rose-red solid; [Hawley] Hydrate: Red crystals; Slightly soluble in water; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Dihydrate: Used in dietary supplements; [Hawley]
Comments
Causes slight irritation of the eyes; [MSDSonline] See "Cobalt."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
BEI
Cobalt in urine = 15 ug/L; sample at end of shift at end of workweek;
TLV (ACGIH)
0.02 mg/m3, as Co
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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