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BARIUM
ICSC: 1052
Peer-Review Status: 20.10.1999 Validated
 
CAS #: 7440-39-3 RTECS #: CQ8370000
UN #: 1400
EINECS #: 231-149-1
 		    Formula: Ba
Atomic mass: 137.3

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Flammable. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. NO contact with water.  Use special powder, dry sand. NO water. 
EXPLOSION Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.   
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!   
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Redness.  Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT wash away into sewer.   
EC Classification
 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 4.3; UN Pack Group: II 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-43G12.  Separated from halogenated solvents, strong oxidants and acids. Dry. Keep under inert gas, oil or oxygen-free liquid. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
YELLOWISH-TO-WHITE LUSTROUS SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS. 

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. 

Chemical dangers
The substance , if in powder form, may ignite spontaneously on contact with air. The substance is a strong reducing agent. It reacts violently with oxidants and acids. Reacts violently with halogenated solvents. Reacts with water. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). This generates fire and explosion hazard. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: 0.5mg/m³ as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen); (ACGIH 2008). 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 1640°C
Melting point: 725°C
Density: 3.6 g/cm³
Solubility in water: reaction  		 

NOTES
Reacts violently with fire extinguishing agents such as water, bicarbonate, powder, foam, and carbon dioxide.
Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water.
Card has been partially updated in November 2008: see Occupational Exposure Limits. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Barium (EHC 107, 1990)
       Barium (HSG 46, 1991)
       Barium  (SIDS)