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See Section 15.
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Common Name/
Trade Name
Manufacturer
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Barium nitrate
Catalog
Number(s).
B1045
CAS#
10022-31-8
SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC.
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248
RTECS
CQ9625000
TSCA
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Barium
nitrate
Commercial Name(s)
Not available.
CI#
Not available.
Synonym
Barium (II) Nitrate; Barium dinitrate
Chemical Name
Nitric acid, barium salt
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
CHEMTREC (24hr) 800-424-9300
Chemical Family
Not available.
CALL (310) 516-8000
Chemical Formula
Ba(NO3)2
Supplier
SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC.
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248
Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
Name
CAS #
1) Barium nitrate
Toxicological Data
on Ingredients
10022-31-8
Barium nitrate:
ORAL (LD50):
3
TWA (mg/m )
STEL (mg/m3)
CEIL (mg/m3)
0.5
% by Weight
100
Acute: 355 mg/kg [Rat].
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of
inhalation. Prolonged exposure may result in skin burns and ulcerations. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause
respiratory irritation.
Potential Chronic Health
Effects
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance may be toxic to kidneys.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact
Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Cold water may be used.
Serious Skin Contact
Not available.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
Serious Inhalation
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious Ingestion
Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product
Non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature
Not applicable.
Flash Points
Not applicable.
Flammable Limits
Not applicable.
Products of Combustion
Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Various Substances
of combustible materials, of organic materials
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
of Various Substances
Slightly explosive in presence of heat.
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
Not applicable.
Special Remarks on
Fire Hazards
Contact with combustible (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc) or organic materials may cause fire. When heated to
decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides.
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Large Spill
Oxidizing material.
Stop leak if without risk. Avoid contact with a combustible material (wood, paper, oil, clothing...). Keep substance
damp using water spray. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas;
dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level
above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
Precautions
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep away from combustible material.. Do not
ingest. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek
medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Keep away from incompatibles such as
combustible materials, organic materials, acids.
Storage
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Separate from acids, alkalies,
reducing agents and combustibles. See NFPA 43A, Code for the Storage of Liquid and Solid Oxidizers.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used
a Large Spill
to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits
TWA: 0.5 (mg(Ba)/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]
TWA: 0.5 (mg(Ba)/m3) from NIOSH [United States]
TWA: 0.4 (mg(Ba)/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)]
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Solid. (Lustrous solid. Crystalline solid. Crystals Odor
solid.)
Taste
Molecular Weight
261.35 g/mole
Color
Not available.
pH (1% soln/water)
Odorless.
Not available.
White.
Boiling Point
Not available.
Melting Point
590°C (1094°F)
Critical Temperature
Not available.
Specific Gravity
3.24 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Vapor Density
Not available.
Volatility
Not available.
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
Not available.
Dispersion Properties
See solubility in water.
Solubility
Partially soluble in cold water.
Slightly soluble in acetone.
Solubility in Water: 4.72% @ 0 deg. C; 8.7 g/100 ml water @ 20 deg. C; 34.2% @ 100 deg. C;
Slightly soluble in ethanol.
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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability
The product is stable.
Instability Temperature
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various
substances
Reactive with combustible materials, organic materials, acids.
Corrosivity
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on
Reactivity
Incompatible with aluminum-magnesium alloys, barium dioxide + zinc.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
Not available.
Polymerization
Will not occur.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry
Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 355 mg/kg [Rat].
Chronic Effects on Humans
May cause damage to the following organs: kidneys.
Other Toxic Effects on
Humans
Hazardous in case of ingestion.
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation.
Special Remarks on
Toxicity to Animals
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Chronic Effects on Humans
Not available.
Special Remarks on other
Toxic Effects on Humans
Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: Causes mild skin irritation.
Eyes: Causes moderate to severe eye irritation.
Inhalation: Can cause respiratory tact (nose, throat, lung) irritation.
Ingestion: May cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, hypermotility, diarrhea, paresthesis, irregular, rapid
pulse, dysrhythmias, hypertension, hypokalemia, leukocytosis central nervous system stimulation followed by
depression. May also cause incoordinated muscle contractions, muscle weakness (weakness of smooth and
skeletal muscles), muscle stiffness, muscle cramps. Muscle weakness, may involve the diaphragm and result in
apnea. Muscle weakness may also progress to flaccid paralysis in the presence of normal motor nerve
conduction. May also cause It may also affect the kidneys.
Chronic Potential Health Effects:
Ingestion: Prolonged or repeated ingestion may affect the kidneys
inhalation: Prolonged or repeated inhalation may cause Barium to show up as spots in the lungs on chest x-ray.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Not available.
Products of Biodegradation
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
Toxicity of the Products
of Biodegradation
The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
Not available.
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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification
CLASS 5.1: Oxidizing material.
CLASS 6.1: Poisonous material.
Identification
UNNA: 1446 : Barium Nitrate
Special Provisions for
Transport
Not available.
PG: II
DOT (Pictograms)
OXIDIZER
5.1
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Federal and State
Regulations
Connecticut hazardous material survey.: Barium nitrate
Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Barium nitrate
Pennsylvania RTK: Barium nitrate
Massachusetts RTK: Barium nitrate
Massachusetts spill list: Barium nitrate
New Jersey: Barium nitrate
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Barium nitrate
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Barium nitrate (listed as Barium compounds)
California
Proposition 65
Warnings
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Other Regulations
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS No.
233-020-5).
Canada: Listed on Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL).
China: Listed on National Inventory.
Japan: Listed on National Inventory (ENCS).
Korea: Listed on National Inventory (KECI).
Philippines: Listed on National Inventory (PICCS).
Australia: Listed on AICS.
Other Classifications
WHMIS (Canada)
DSCL (EEC)
HMIS (U.S.A.)
Health Hazard
Fire Hazard
Reactivity
Personal Protection
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CLASS C: Oxidizing material.
CLASS D-1A: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
R8- Contact with combustible material
may cause fire.
R22- Harmful if swallowed.
R36- Irritating to eyes.
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S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S46- If swallowed, seek medical advice
immediately and show this container or label.
National Fire Protection
Association (U.S.A.)
Flammability
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Health
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Reactivity
Specific hazard
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WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
5.1
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.
Section 16. Other Information
MSDS Code
B3065
References
Not available.
Other Special
Considerations
Major Uses: in tracer bullets, primers, detonators, neon sign lightings, green signal lights, in vacumm tube industry, in
manufacture of barium oxide.
Validated by Sonia Owen on 8/9/2007.
Verified by Sonia Owen.
Printed 9/25/2007.
CALL (310) 516-8000
Notice to Reader
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All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is
combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper
methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products,
Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.