Cobalt System Drier
Cobalt System Drier is a concentrated blend of metal carboxylates in mineral spirits, containing 1% cobalt and 13% zirconium, and consists of an active, primary surface drier with an auxiliary through-drier blended in the ideal proportions for oil painting. Learn more.
Cobalt System Drier represents a concentrated mixture of metal carboxylates in mineral spirits: 1% cobalt and 13% zirconium. It includes an active, primary surface drier with an auxiliary through-drier blended in the ideal proportions for oil painting.
Cobalt is a primary oxidizing (active) drier. Used alone and in thick applications of paint, it has a tendency to cause wrinkling. Cobalt is generally used in combination with lead, zirconium, calcium or combination of these metals as a drying initiator.
Zirconium and calcium are effective auxiliary driers when used in conjunction with active driers, such as cobalt or manganese. Zirconium promotes the through drying of a paint film. Zirconium is the most effective replacement for lead driers. It also improves gloss and color when substituted for lead. It improves the action of cobalt drier and is used in conjunction with it and assists in the "through dry" of oil and alkyd paint.
Cobalt System Drier contains the active drier of cobalt blended with zirconium in the ideal proportions for oil and alkyd paint. The lower dose of cobalt combined with the through-drying action of zirconium promotes complete and fast drying of the paint film.
Directions
Add one drop per 5 ml (about 1 teaspoon) of paint. Suggested use levels should be verified with tests.
| Physical Properties | |
| Appearance: | Dark blue liquid |
| Color (Gardner): | Blue-Violet |
| Cobalt Content: | 1% |
| Zirconium Content: | 13% |
| Non Volatile Content: | 43% |
| Specific Gravity (@25° C., kg/L): | 1.02 |
| Viscosity (@25° C., Gardner): | A1 |
Health and Safety
WARNING! CONTAINS: PETROLEUM DISTILLATES. Exposure may cause skin and eye irritation. Overexposure will cause dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea and cracking or drying of skin. Avoid contact with skin. Avoid breathing mist or vapor. Wear safety glasses, protective clothing and chemical resistant rubber gloves when handling. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not take internally.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes at once with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, while holding lids open. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Wash clothes and shoes before reuse. If irritation persists, get medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
Ingestion: Seek medical attention.
| SKU | 500-CZCD02 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Rublev Colours |
| Vendor | Rublev Colours |
| Processing Time | Usually ships the next business day. |
| Size | 2 fl oz (59.1 ml) |
GHS Classification
Flammable Liquids (Category 4)
Aspiration Hazard (Category 1)
STOT-SE Narcotic Effects (Category 3)
Hazard Pictograms
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| GHS07: Exclamation Mark | GHS08-2: Health Hazard |
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Designation
H227: Combustible liquid
H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Precautionary Statements
P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces.&mdsh;No Smoking.
P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P271: Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301+P310+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P304+P340+P312: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a comfortable position. Call a poison center or doctor/physician victim feels unwell.
P332+P313: IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical attention/advice.
P403+P235+P405: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.
P501: Dispose of contents/containers to approved disposal facility.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including **Ethylbenzene, **Naphthalene, **Cumene, **Benzene, which is/are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and **Toluene, **n-Hexane, **Benzene, which is/are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
