Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
1. Identification of the substance/preparation and of company/undertaking
Identification of the product
Manufacturer/Supplier identification
Company: Better Equipped
Tel: 0800 970 7142
Fax: 0800 066 4443
Email: [email protected]
Product name: Barium Chloride Di Hydrate
2. Hazards identification
Chemical classification: Inorganic salt
CAS number: 10326-27-9 EC number: 233-788-1
3. Composition/information on ingredients
Classification of the substance or mixture
According to Regulation (EC) No1272/2008
According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.
Harmful by inhalation. Toxic if swallowed.
Label elements:
Pictogram
Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H301 Toxic if swallowed.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
Precautionary statement(s)
P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P321: Specific treatment see on this label.
P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for
breathing.
P405: Store locked up.
P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international
regulations.
Hazard designation:
Toxic
Classification System
The classification is in line with current EC lists. It is expanded, however, by information from
technical literature and by information furnished by supplier companies
4. First aid measures
Eye Contact: Irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 10 minutes. If discomfort persists obtain
medical attention.
Skin Contact: Wash off skin thoroughly with water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before
re-use. In severe cases, obtain medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm. In severe cases obtain medical attention.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth thoroughly with water and give plenty of water to drink. Obtain medical
attention.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Fire Risks: Not combustible, May evolve toxic fumes in fire.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: To suit environment.
Fire Action: Prevent fire fighting water entering watercourses or ground-water.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal: Wear appropriate protective clothing.
Disposal: Mix with sand, transfer carefully to container and arrange removal by disposal company.
Wash site of spillage thoroughly with water and detergent.
Spillage: For large spillage's liquids should be contained with sand or earth and both liquids and solids
transferred to salvage containers. Any residues should be treated as for small spillages.
7. Handling and storage
Handling: Work under fume extractor. Do not inhale substance. Wash hands and face thoroughly after
working with material. Contaminated clothing should be removed and washed before re-use. Use
appropriate containment to avoid environmental contaminated..
Storage: Store at room temperature (15 to 25°C recommended).
Keep well closed and protected from direct sunlight and moisture.
8. Exposure controls/personal protection
As appropriate to the situation and the quantity handled. Engineering methods to control or prevent
exposure are preferred. Methods could include process enclosure or mechanical ventilation.
Respirator: Dust respirator
Ventilation: Extraction hood
Gloves: Rubber or plastic
Eye Protection: Goggles or face-shield
Other Precautions: Plastic apron, sleeves, boots - if handling large quantities
See section 15 for UK exposure limits.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Physical State: Crystalline powder
Appearance: White
Odour: Odourless
Molecular Formula: BaCl2.2H2O
Molecular Weight: 244.26
Freezing/melting Point: 962°C
Specific Gravity/Density: 3.86 @ 20°C
Solubility in water: Very soluble.
pH: 5-8 (50g/l H2O)
10. Stability and reactivity
Releases water of crystallisation when heated.
Substances to be avoided: Halogen-halogen compounds, furan-2-percarbonic acid.
The possibility of reaction with other substances cannot be excluded.
Conditions to be avoided: Heating.
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11. Toxicological information
The product should be handled with the care usual when dealing with chemicals.
Inhalation: Irritation of the mucous membranes, coughing and dyspnoea.
Further data: No evidence of carcinogenic properties.
May cause adverse mutagenic or teratogenic effects.
Chronic effects may include: Damage to: respiratory tract, conjunctivitis, dermatitis, cardiovascular
disorders.
The following applies to soluble barium compounds in general: ingestion is followed by mucosal
irritation, nausea, salivation, vomiting, dizziness, pain, colics, and diarrhoea. . Systemic effects
include: cardiac dysrhythmias, bradycardia (subdued cardiac activity), rise in blood pressure, shock
and circulatory collapse as well as muscular rigidity.
Further hazardous properties cannot be excluded.
12. Ecological information
Ecological: Marine and/or freshwater pollutant.
Endangers drinking water supplies if allowed to enter soil or water supplies in small quantities.
Do not allow to enter drinking water supplies, waste water, or soil!
The following applies to barium compounds: biological effects: fish: lethal from 158 mg/l: Salmo lethal
from 158 mg/l up (as BaCl2); L. idus LC50: 870 mg/l (as BaCl2); barium ions toxic for aquatic
organisms: algae: Sc. Quadricauda toxic from 34 mg/l up; crustaceans: toxic from 29 mg/l; hazard for
drinking water!
Toxicity: Marine and/or freshwater pollutant. Endangers drinking water supplies if allowed to enter soil
or water supplies in small quantities. Do not allow to enter drinking water supplies, waste water, or
soil! The following applies to barium compounds: biological effects: fish: lethal from 158 mg/l: Salmo
lethal from 158 mg/l up (as BaCl2); L. idus LC50: 870 mg/l (as BaCl2); barium ions toxic for aquatic
organisms: algae: Sc. quadricauda toxic from 34 mg/l up; crustaceans: toxic from 29 mg/l; hazard for
drinking water!
Toxicity: Fish toxicity: LC50 (L.idus): 870 mg/l/48h (anhydrous substances)
Daphnia toxicity: EC50 (Daphnia magna): 22 mg/l/48h (anhydrous substance)
13. Disposal considerations
Chemical residues are generally classified as special waste, and as such are covered by regulations
which vary according to location. Contact your local waste disposal authority for advice, or pass to a
chemical disposal company.
Rinse out empty containers thoroughly before returning for recycling.
14. Transport information
Land Transport ADR:
UN: 1564
PK: III
Class: 6.1
Proper Shipping Name: BARIUM COMPOUNDS, N.O.S (Barium chloride dihydrate)
LQ: 9
Maritime Transport IMDG:
UN: 1564
PK: III
Class: 6.1
Marine Pollutant: YES
Proper Shipping Name: BARIUM COMPOUNDS, N.O.S (Barium chloride dihydrate)
Air Transport IATA:
UN: 1564
PK: III
Class: 6.1
Proper Shipping Name: BARIUM COMPOUNDS, N.O.S (Barium chloride dihydrate)
15. Regulatory information
Labelling according to EC directives
16. Other information
Symbol:
Toxic
R-phrases: R: 20-25
Harmful by inhalation. Toxic if swallowed.
S-phrases: S: 45
In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
EC-No.: 233-788-1
Local Regulations:
Classified as a Schedule 1 poison under UK Poisons Rules
U.K. Transport Category 3
Within the UK, the use of this material must be assessed under the Control of Substances Hazardous
to Health (COSHH) regulations.
UK Exposure Limits: OES, Barium Chloride Dihydrate:
Long-term: 0.5 mg/m3 as Ba
Revised March 2013