International Chemical Safety Cards

BARIUM CHLORATE ICSC: 0613

BARIUM CHLORATE
Chloric acid, barium salt
Ba(ClO3)2/Cl2O6.Ba
Molecular mass: 304.3
CAS # 13477-00-4
RTECS # FN9770000
ICSC # 0613
UN # 1445
EC # 017-003-00-8
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. NO contact with flammable substances. NO contact with organic substances, metal powders, sulfuric acid, ammonium salts, and reducing agents.
Water in large amounts. In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.
Do NOT expose to friction or shock. Prevent deposition of dust; closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position.
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!

  • INHALATION
    		• Abdominal pain. Abdominal cramps. Burning sensation. Nausea. Vomiting. Weakness. Paralysis.
    		Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN

    		• Protective gloves.
    		Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		Safety goggles.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Abdominal cramps. Abdominal pain. Blue lips or fingernails. Blue skin. Burning sensation. Diarrhoea. Dizziness. Nausea. Sore throat. Vomiting. Weakness. Cardiac dysrhythmia.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest. Refer for medical attention. Wear protective gloves when inducing vomiting.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Evacuate danger area! Sweep spilled substance into containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water (extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
    		Separated from combustible and reducing substances, ammonium-containing substances, metal powders, food and feedstuffs.
    		Airtight. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
    O symbol
    Xn symbol
    R: 9-20/22
    S: 13-27
    UN Hazard Class: 5.1
    UN Subsidiary Risks: 6.1
    UN Packing Group: II
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0613 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993 No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.

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    BARIUM CHLORATE ICSC: 0613

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     COLOURLESS CRYSTALLINE POWDER.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:
     Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     Heating may cause violent combustion or explosion. Shock-sensitive compounds are formed with organic compounds, reducing agents, ammonia-containing agents, metal powders, and sulfuric acid. The substance decomposes violently on warming, on heating and on burning producing oxygen and toxic fumes , causing fire and explosion hazard. The substance is a strong oxidant and reacts with combustible and reducing materials.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV (as Ba): ppm; 0.5 mg/m3 (as TWA) (ACGIH 1991-1992).


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the various tissures and organs, e.g., formation of methaemoglobin. Exposure may result in death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     The substance may have effects on the many tissues and organs , resulting in serious health damage.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Melting point: 414°C
    Relative density (water = 1): 3.18
    		 Solubility in water: Soluble
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
         		This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to water.
    NOTES
    The symptoms of paralysis do not become manifest until some hours have passed. Do NOT take working clothes home. Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water.
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-812
    NFPA Code: H 3; F 0; R 2;
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0613 BARIUM CHLORATE
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
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