BARIUM SULFATE | ICSC: 0827 (October 1999) |
Barium sulphate Blanc fixe Artificial barite |
CAS #: 7727-43-7 |
EC Number: 231-784-4 |
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! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. | |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. | |
Eyes | Wear safety spectacles. | 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. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
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BARIUM SULFATE | ICSC: 0827 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: BaSO4 |
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: (inhalable fraction): 4 ppm as TWA. MAK: (as Ba, respirable fraction): 0.3 mg/m3; peak limitation category: II(8); pregnancy risk group: C |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Occurs in nature as the mineral barite; also as barytes, heavy spar. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations