BARIUM CHLORIDE, DIHYDRATE (ICSC)

BARIUM CHLORIDE, DIHYDRATE	ICSC: 0615

Date of Peer Review: October 1999

CAS #

10326-27-9

BaCl₂. 2H₂O

RTECS #

CQ8751000

Molecular mass: 244.3

UN #

1564

EC Index #

056-002-00-7

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.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness.	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 pain. Nausea. Diarrhoea. Vomiting. Weakness. Dullness. Unconsciousness.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest.

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: Xn
R: 20/22
S: (2-)-28
Note: [A]
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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Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety and the Commission of the European Communities Š IPCS, CEC 2005

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BARIUM CHLORIDE, DIHYDRATE

ICSC: 0615

IMPORTANT DATA

PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic fumes.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV: (as Ba) 0.5 mg/mł as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen); (ACGIH 2004).
MAK: (as Ba) (Inhalable fraction) 0.5 mg/mł; 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, especially if powdered.

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

Melting point: 113°C (see Notes)
Density: 3.86 g/cmł
Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 26°C: 37.5 (good))

ENVIRONMENTAL DATA

The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES

The apparent melting point caused by loss of crystal water is given. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. See also ICSC0614 Barium chloride. Card has been partly updated in October 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, Emergency Response.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

LEGAL NOTICE

Neither the CEC nor the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information

Š IPCS, CEC 2005

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       Toxicological Abbreviations