Barium
SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 PRODUCT AND SUPPLIER IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Barium
Formula: Ba
Supplier: ESPI Metals
1050 Benson Way
Ashland, OR 97520
Telephone: 800-638-2581
Fax: 541-488-8313
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Emergency: Infotrac 800-535-5053 (US) or 352-323-3500 (24 hour)
Recommended Uses: Scientific Research
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
GHS Classification (29 CFR 1910.1200): Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases, category 2, Skin corrosion/irritation, category 2, Eye damage/irritation, category 2A.
GHS Label Elements:
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: H261 In contact with water releases flammable gas, H315 Causes skin irritation, H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary Statements: P223 Do not allow contact with water, P231+P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas, protect from moisture, P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling, P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection, P302+P335+P334+352 IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin, and immerse in cool water, wash with plenty of soap and water, P332+P313 IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention, P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing, P337+P313 IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention, P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse, P370+P378 In case of fire: Use Class D dry powder for extinction, P402+P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container, P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, state or federal regulations.
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient: Barium
CAS#: 7440-39-3
%: 100
EC#: 231-149-1
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
General Measures: Remove patient from area of exposure.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Seek immediate medical attention.
INGESTION: Quickly wipe material from mouth and rinse with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing if necessary. Brush off any visible solids. Wash the affected area with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
EYES: Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water, including under eyelids for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eyelids open. Seek immediate medical attention.
Most Important Symptoms/Effects, Acute and Delayed: May cause severe irritation in contact with moist skin. See section 11 for more information.
Indication of Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment: No other relevant information available.
5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media: Use Class D dry powder extinguishing agent.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use water, carbon dioxide or halogenated extinguishers.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Material: Material readily reacts with water generating flammable hydrogen gas. May emit toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: Full face, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Barium metal can reignite after fire is initially extinguished. Never leave extinguished fire unattended.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures: Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in section 8. Isolate spill area and provide ventilation. Avoid breathing dust or fume. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up: Sweep or scoop spilled product and place in a closed container for further handling and disposal. Do not use water for spill clean-up. Cover very small quantities in the open with powdered limestone and let decompose. Use only non-sparking tools and natural bristle brushes.
Environmental Precautions: Do not flush to sewer, stream, or other bodies of water. Do not allow to enter drains or to be released to the environment.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Handling: Handle in an enclosed, controlled process under dry protective gas such as argon. Protect from water and moisture. Avoid breathing dust or fumes. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. See section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities: Store in tightly-sealed containers under argon or mineral oil. Storage containers should be properly labeled and kept in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, protected from heat and direct sunlight. Do not allow contact with water. Storage area should be free of combustibles and ignition sources. Do not store together with acids or oxidizers. See section 10 for more information on incompatible materials.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits: Barium
OSHA/PEL: 0.5 mg/m3
ACGIH/TLV: 0.5 mg/m3
Appropriate Engineering Controls: Handle in an enclosed, controlled process under dry argon. Whenever possible the use of local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls is the preferred method of controlling exposure to airborne dust and fume to meet established occupational exposure limits. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air. Prepare for the possibility of a fire. Keep extinguishing agents, tools for handling and protective clothing readily available.
Individual Protection Measures, Such as Personal Protective Equipment:
Respiratory Protection: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator when high concentrations are present.
Eye Protection: Always wear approved chemical splash proof goggles.
Skin Protection: Rubber gloves, flame retardant protective work clothing.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance:
Form: Solid in various forms
Color: Silver-gray metallic
Odor: Not determined
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: N/A
Melting Point: 725 oC
Boiling Point: 1640 oC
Flash Point: N/A
Evaporation Rate: N/A
Flammability: No data
Upper Flammable Limit: No data
Lower Flammable Limit: No data
Vapor Pressure: 10 mm at 1049 oC
Vapor Density: N/A
Relative Density (Specific Gravity): 3.51 g/cc at 20 oC
Solubility in H2O: Decomposes
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Autoignition Temperature: No data
Decomposition Temperature: No data
Viscosity: N/A
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity: No specific test data available.
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Reacts readily with water releasing flammable hydrogen gas.
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with water or moist air and possible ignition sources such as sparks or flame.
Incompatible Materials: Water or moisture, oxidizing agents, oxygen, acids, alcohols, halocarbons, carbon dioxide, ammonia.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Barium hydroxides, barium oxides, hydrogen gas.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eyes.
Symptoms of Exposure: May cause severe irritation to the nose, throat, and upper respiratory tract, mouth, throat, and esophagus. Contact with skin can cause mild to moderate irritation. May cause chemical burns in eyes or on skin as it reacts with moisture on living tissue.
Acute and Chronic Effects: Barium compounds may cause severe gastroenteritis, including abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea, tremors, faintness, paralysis of the arms and legs, and slow or irregular heartbeat. Severe cases may produce collapse and death due to respiratory failure. Soluble barium compounds are more likely to cause these effects than insoluble compounds. Inhalation of fumes may cause sore throat, coughing, labored breathing, and irritation of the respiratory tract as well as the above symptoms. Chronic exposure to barium may cause sensitization, chronic barium poisoning, dermatitis, corneal opacity and blindness.
Acute Toxicity: No data
Carcinogenicity: NTP: Not identified as carcinogenic IARC: Not identified as carcinogenic
To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological characteristics of the substance are not fully known.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity: No data
Persistence and Degradability: No data
Bioaccumulative Potential: No data
Mobility in Soil: No data
Other Adverse Effects: Do not allow material to be released to the environment. No further relevant information available.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method:
Product: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
Packaging: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number: UN1400
UN Proper Shipping Name: Barium
Transport Hazard Class: 4.3
Packing Group: II
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Warning, substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases.
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA Listed: Yes
DSL Listed: Yes
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP): Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases, category 2, Skin corrosion/irritation, category 2, Eye damage/irritation, category 2A.
WHMIS 2015 Classification: Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases, Skin corrosion/irritation, Eye damage/irritation.
HMIS Ratings: Health: 2 Flammability: 2 Physical: 2
NFPA Ratings: Health: 2 Flammability: 2 Instability: 2 Special Hazard: W
Chemical Safety Assessment: A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
The information contained in this document is based on the state of our knowledge at the time of publication and is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. ESPI Metals makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. ESPI Metals shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. Users should satisfy themselves that they have all current data relevant to their particular use.
Prepared by: ESPI Metals
Revised/Reviewed: July 2016