International Chemical Safety Cards

BARIUM CHLORIDE ICSC: 0614

BARIUM CHLORIDE
BaCl2
Molecular mass: 208.27
CAS # 10361-37-2
RTECS # CQ8750000
ICSC # 0614
UN # 1564
EC # 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: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE
STRICT HYGIENE!

  • INHALATION
    		• Abdominal cramps. Unconsciousness.
    		Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN

    		• Protective gloves.
    		Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Wear protective gloves when administering first aid.
  • EYES
    		• Redness.
    		Safety goggles.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Abdominal cramps. Dullness. Unconsciousness.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Give a solution of sodium sulphate (Na2SO4) to drink. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest. Wear protective gloves when inducing vomiting and refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).
    		Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry.
    		Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
    Xn symbol
    R: 20/22
    S: 28
    UN Hazard Class: 6.1
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0614 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993 No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.

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    BARIUM CHLORIDE ICSC: 0614

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     ODOURLESS CRYSTALS.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

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

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV (as Ba): ppm; 0.5 mg/m3 (ACGIH 1991-1992).
    OSHA PEL: TWA 0.5 mg/m3 *Note: The PEL also applies to other soluble barium compounds (as Ba) except Barium sulfate.
    NIOSH REL: TWA 0.5 mg/m3 *Note: The REL also applies to other soluble barium compounds (as Ba) except Barium sulfate.
    NIOSH IDLH: 50 mg/m3 (as Ba)


    		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.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system and muscles , resulting in cardiac arrhythmia, paralysis. Exposure may result in death.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 1560°C
    Melting point: 960°C
    Relative density (water = 1): 3.86
    		 Solubility in water, g/100 ml: <60
    Solubility in water: good (36 g/100 ml)
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    NOTES
    Also consult ICSC # 0615 (barium chloride dihydrate).
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G11c
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0614 BARIUM CHLORIDE
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
    IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.