BARIUM CHLORIDE | ICSC: 0614 (October 1999) |
CAS #: 10361-37-2 |
UN #: 1564 |
EC Number: 233-788-1 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
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. Pain. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear 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 refer for medical attention. |
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 | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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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 sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from food and feedstuffs. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
BARIUM CHLORIDE | ICSC: 0614 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: BaCl2 |
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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Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: T; R: 20-25; S: (1/2)-45 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations