BARIUM CHLORATE | ICSC: 0613 (April 2000) |
Chloric acid, barium salt |
CAS #: 13477-00-4 |
UN #: 1445 |
EC Number: 236-760-7 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion. See Chemical Dangers. Risk of fire and explosion. | NO contact with flammables. NO contact with organic materials, powdered metals, ammonium salts or reducing agents. Do NOT expose to friction or shock. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. See Ingestion. | Use 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. | First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Abdominal pain. Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Confusion. Convulsions. Diarrhoea. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Unconsciousness. Vomiting. Weakness. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Consult an expert! Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents, ammonium compounds, metal powders and food and feedstuffs. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
BARIUM CHLORATE | ICSC: 0613 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: BaCl2O6 / Ba(ClO3)2 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 0.5 mg/m3, as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). MAK: (as Ba): 0.5 mg/m3; peak limitation category: II(8); pregnancy risk group: D. EU-OEL: (as Ba): 0.5 mg/m3 as TWA |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. The symptoms of paralysis do not become manifest until some hours have passed. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: O, Xn, N; R: 9-20/22-51/53; S: (2)-13-27-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations