Cobalt distearate
Agent Name
Cobalt distearate
CAS Number
1002-88-6
Formula
C18-H36-O2.1/2Co
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Cobalt stearate; [MSDSonline]
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
Purple pellets, insoluble in water; [MSDSonline]
Comments
Harmful if swallowed; May cause skin sensitization; [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
Adverse Effects
Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: