SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 06/DEC/2004
Date Updated: 13/MAR/2004
Version 1.3
According to 91/155/EEC
Classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of EU Annex 1 and
NOHSC.
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name BARIUM NITRATE, 99.999%
Product Number 202754
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty, Ltd
Unit 2, 14 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 1765
Australia
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555
Fax +61 2 9841 0500
Emergency Phone # +61 2 9841 0566
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
BARIUM NITRATE 10022-31-8 233-020-5 056-002-00-7
Formula Ba(NO3)2
Molecular Weight 261.35 AMU
Synonyms Barium dinitrate * Dusicnan barnaty (Czech) *
Nitrate de baryum (French) * Nitric acid, barium
salt
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Harmful by
inhalation and if swallowed.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician immediately.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
EXPLOSION DATA
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: May be shock-sensitive.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Noncombustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate to
surrounding fire conditions.
SPECIAL RISKS
Specific Hazard(s): Contact with other material may cause fire.
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Explosion Hazards: May explode when heated.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy
rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe dust. Do not get in
eyes, on skin, on clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated
exposure. Do not drop.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed. Keep away from
combustible materials, heat, sparks, and open flame. Store in a
cool dry place.
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Use only in a chemical fume hood. Safety shower and eye bath.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPOSURE LIMITS - DENMARK
Source Type Value
OEL TWA 0.5 mg/m3
EXPOSURE LIMITS - UNITED KINGDOM
Source Type Value
OEL TWA 0.4MG(BA)/M3
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Special Protective Measures: Wear appropriate government approved
respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other
protective clothing.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance N/A
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
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MP/MP Range 592 掳C
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
SG/Density 3.23 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture Heat.
Materials to Avoid: Acids, Bases, Acid anhydrides, Reducing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides.
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: CQ9625000
ACUTE TOXICITY
LD50
Oral
Rat
355 mg/kg
LD50
Oral
Mouse
266 mg/kg
LD50
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
293 MG/KG
Remarks: Autonomic Nervous System:Other (direct)
parasympathomimetic. Behavioral:Muscle weakness.
Gastrointestinal:Nausea or vomiting.
LD50
Intravenous
Mouse
16 MG/KG
LD50
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Oral
Mammal
390 mg/kg
Remarks: Autonomic Nervous System:Other (direct)
parasympathomimetic. Behavioral:Muscle weakness.
Gastrointestinal:Nausea or vomiting.
IRRITATION DATA
Skin
Rabbit
500 mg
24H
Remarks: Mild irritation effect
Eyes
Rabbit
100 mg
24H
Remarks: Moderate irritation effect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper
respiratory tract.
Multiple Routes: Harmful if inhaled or swallowed.
TARGET ORGAN INFORMATION
Heart. Nerves. Kidneys. G.I. System. Bone marrow. Spleen. Liver.
Blood.
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
To a solution of the product in water, add an excess of dilute
sulfuric acid. Let stand overnight. Remove any insolubles and bury
in a landfill site approved for hazardous waste disposal. Observe
all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
UN#: 1446
Class: 5.1
PG: II
Proper Shipping Name: Barium nitrate
IMDG
UN#: 1446
Class: 5.1
PG: II
Subrisk: 6.1
Proper Shipping Name: Barium nitrate
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Marine Pollutant: No
Severe Marine Pollutant: No
IATA
UN#: 1446
Class: 5.1
PG: II
Subrisk: 6.1
Proper Shipping Name: Barium nitrate
Inhalation Packing Group I: No
15 - Regulatory Information
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
ANNEX I INDEX NUMBER: 056-002-00-7
INDICATION OF DANGER: O Xn
Oxidizing. Harmful.
R-PHRASES: 8 20/22
Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Harmful by
inhalation and if swallowed.
S-PHRASES: 17 28
Keep away from combustible material. After contact with skin,
wash immediately with plenty of polyethylene glycol.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: 1
SWITZERLAND
SWISS POISON CLASS: 2
16 - Other Information
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2004 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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