Hazard Communication Sheet

BARIUM CHLORIDE

BaCl2
o

DESCRIPTION

White powder; m.p. 960 C; b.p 1560 C. Soluble in water (31 g/100 g @ 0 C).
CAS: 10361-37-2. UN number 1564

HEALTH HAZARDS

CAUTION : TOXIC
Animal toxicity data indicates this compound is toxic by
inhalation of dust or swallowing of powder.
Barium compounds affect the muscles especially the smooth
muscles of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Symptoms
of poisoning include salivation, tingling of the mouth or face,
convulsions, numbness, muscle paralysis, respiratory failure,
slow pulse rate, pulmonary edema and death in extreme cases.
Dust is highly irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.
Prolonged contact may cause burns.

FIRST-AID

Inhalation: Remove from source of exposure. If breathing stops or shows signs of failing
apply artificial respiration. Use oxygen if breathing is laboured. Obtain medical help.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and flush affected area with water for
at least 15 minutes. Treat patient as for inhalation. Obtain medical help.
Eyes: Flood with eyewash or water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical help.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water. Treat as for inhalation. Obtain medical help.

SAFETY HAZARDS

INCOMPATIBLE with bromine trifluoride and 2-furan percarboxylic acid.

FIRE

NOT COMBUSTIBLE

SPILLAGE

EXPOSURE
CONTROLS
CONTAINMENT LEVEL 3

OCCUPATIONAL
EXPOSURE LIMIT
ISSUE

DATE:

Risk Assessment Services

Refer to local spillage/emergency procedures.

Solutions can be absorbed using sand/proprietary adsorbent or transferred to a
suitable closed container. Contaminated adsorbent/powder should be transferred
into a double polythene lined or other suitable container and disposed of as
contaminated waste. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the
Exposure Controls section.
Refer to local procedures/risk assessment for
specific personal protective equipment
requirements. Eye Protection and Chemical
Protective Clothing suitable for protection
against particulates must be worn where there is
risk of body contact. Respiratory Protective
Equipment and Local Exhaust Ventilation may be
required to protect against dust. Health
surveillance is required for fluoride/barium
absorption where exposure is significant.
Health & Safety Executive: Workplace Exposure Limit
-3
8-Hour TWA : 0.5 mgm (as Ba)
15 minute STEL : None
2008

REF.

NUMBER:

732C99