ICSC 0615 - BARIUM CHLORIDE, DIHYDRATE

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BARIUM CHLORIDE, DIHYDRATE	ICSC: 0615 (October 1999)

CAS #: 10326-27-9

UN #: 1564

EC Number: 233-788-1

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
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!
	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.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness.	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 pain. Nausea. Diarrhoea. Vomiting. Weakness. Dullness. Unconsciousness.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
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 UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Separated from food and feedstuffs.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

BARIUM CHLORIDE, DIHYDRATE

ICSC: 0615

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes.	Formula: BaCl₂. 2H₂O Molecular mass: 244.3 Melting point: 113°C See Notes. Density: 3.86 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 26°C: 37.5 (good)

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes.

Formula: BaCl₂. 2H₂O
Molecular mass: 244.3
Melting point: 113°C
See Notes.
Density: 3.86 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 26°C: 37.5 (good)

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. Exposure could cause hypokalaemia. This may result in cardiac disorders and muscular disorders. Exposure could cause death.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. Exposure could cause hypokalaemia. This may result in cardiac disorders and muscular disorders. Exposure could cause death.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
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
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
The apparent melting point caused by loss of crystal water is given. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. See ICSC 0614.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn; R: 20/22; S: (2)-28; Note: A

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