Barium Chloride SDS (Safety Data Sheet)

SECTION 1 — CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Barium Chloride

Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219, Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261
Chemtrec Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9455

Signal Word
DANGER

Hazard class: Acute toxicity, oral (Category 3). Toxic if swallowed (H301). Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product (P270).

Hazard class: Acute toxicity, inhalation (Category 4). Harmful if inhaled (H332). Avoid breathing dust or fumes (P261).

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SECTION 3 — COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component Name	CAS Number	Formula	Formula Weight	Concentration
Barium chloride dihydrate	10326-27-9	BaCl₂•2H₂O	244.28

SECTION 4 — FIRST AID MEASURES

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician.
If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing (P304+P340).
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing.
If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician (P301+P310+P330).

SECTION 5 — FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Nonflammable solid.
When heated to decomposition, may emit toxic fumes.
In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher.

NFPA Code

None established

SECTION 6 — ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Ventilate area. Wipe up the spill, place in a sealed bag or container, and dispose. Wash spill site after material pickup is complete. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.

SECTION 7 — HANDLING AND STORAGE

Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Inorganic #2. Store with acetates, halides, sulfates, sulfites, thiosulfates and phosphates. Store in a Flinn Chem-Saf™ bag.
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed (P233). Use only in a hood or well-ventilated area (P271).

SECTION 8 — EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION

Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling (P264). Use only in a hood or well-ventilated area (P271).
Exposure guidelines: (as barium) PEL/TLV 0.5 mg/m³ (OSHA/ACGIH)

SECTION 9 — PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

White powder. Odorless.
Soluble: Water (39.3 grams/100 mL)

Boiling point: 1560 °C
Melting point: 962 °C
Specific gravity: 3.1

SECTION 10 — STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Avoid contact with strong oxidizers.
Shelf life: Indefinite, if stored properly.

SECTION 11 — TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Route of entry: Inhalation, ingestion
Acute effects: Highly toxic, irritant, stomach pains, vomiting, and diarrhea. Chronic effects: N.A.
Target organs: heart, nerves, kidneys, GI system, bone marrow, spleen, and liver.

ORL-RAT LD₅₀: 118 mg/kg
IHL-RAT LC₅₀: N.A.
SKN-RBT LD₅₀: N.A.

SECTION 12 — ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Data not yet available.

SECTION 13 — DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Please review all federal, state and local regulations that may apply before proceeding.
Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #27h is one option.

SECTION 14 — TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Shipping name: Barium compounds, N.O.S. Hazard class: 6.1, Keep away from food. UN number: UN1564.

SECTION 15 — REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA-listed, EINECS-listed (233-788-1), RCRA D005.

SECTION 16 — OTHER INFORMATION

This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific, Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. The data should not be confused with local, state, federal or insurance mandates, regulations, or requirements and CONSTITUTE NO WARRANTY. Any use of this data and information must be determined by the science instructor to be in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product(s) described are beyond the control of Flinn Scientific, Inc. and may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT(S).

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Barium Chloride Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Barium Chloride