Cobalt oxide: CoO (colorant)

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hazard description- toxic, harmful if swallowed, may cause sensitization by skin contact

physical properties- green odorless powder

acute effects- irritant to skin, mucous membranes & eyes

symptoms of overexposure- inhalation of fumes may cause irritation of the respiratory tract, labored breathing, and coughing

ingestion may cause burning in mouth, esophagus, & stomach

may cause sensitization, nausea, flushing of face, & ringing in ears

possibly carcinogen to humans, but only likely under uncommon levels of exposure