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BARIUM CHLORIDE ICSC: 0614
Date of Peer Review: October 1999
CAS # 10361-37-2 BaCl2
RTECS # CQ8750000 Molecular mass: 208.27
UN # 1564
EC Index # 056-004-00-8
TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!

Inhalation Cough. Sore throat. See Ingestion.
Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin Redness. Pain.
Protective gloves.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes Redness. Pain.
Safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion Abdominal cramps. Convulsions. Dullness. Unconsciousness. Vomiting.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
EU Classification
Symbol: T
R: 20-25
S: (1/2-)-45
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Pack Group: III
EMERGENCY RESPONSE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61S1564-III or 61GT5-III
Separated from food and feedstuffs.
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BARIUM CHLORIDE ICSC: 0614
IMPORTANT DATA
PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
ODOURLESS COLOURLESS CRYSTALS

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV: (as Ba) 0.5 mg/m³ as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen); (ACGIH 2004).
MAK: (as Ba) (Inhalable fraction) 0.5 mg/m³; Peak limitation category: II(2); (DFG 2004).
 		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. Exposure could cause hypokalaemia, resulting in cardiac disorders and muscular disorders. Exposure may result in death.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling point: 1560°C
Melting point: 960°C
Density: 3.9 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100 ml: 36
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.
NOTES
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Card has been partly updated in October 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, Emergency Response.
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