BARIUM PEROXIDE | ICSC: 0381 (October 1999) |
Barium dioxide Barium superoxide |
CAS #: 1304-29-6 |
UN #: 1449 |
EC Number: 215-128-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with combustible substances or reducing agents. | NO contact with combustible substances, reducing agents or acids. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Burning sensation. Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. See Ingestion. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Skin burns. Pain. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. | Wear safety goggles, face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Abdominal pain. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents and food and feedstuffs. Dry. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
BARIUM PEROXIDE | ICSC: 0381 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: BaO2 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 0.5 mg/m3, as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). MAK: 0.5 mg/m3; peak limitation category: II(8); pregnancy risk group: D. EU-OEL: (as Ba): 0.5 mg/m3 as TWA |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: O, Xn; R: 8-20/22; S: (2)-13-27 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations