Barium Chloride Dihydrate – Product identifier
Trade name: Barium Chloride Dihydrate
· Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute Toxicity – Oral 3 H301 Toxic if swallowed.
Eye Irritation 2A
· Label elements
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
GHS label elements The substance is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
Hazard pictograms
Signal word Danger
Hazard statements Toxic if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled.
Causes serious eye irritation.
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2 Hazard(s) identification
1 Barium Chloride Dihydrate – Identification
Precautionary statements
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Wear eye protection / face protection.
If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Specific treatment (see on this label).
Rinse mouth.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell.
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Classification system:
NFPA ratings (scale 0 – 4)
Other hazards
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT: Not applicable.
vPvB: Not applicable.
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Chemical characterization: Substances
CAS: 10326-27-9
Barium Chloride Dihydrate
100%
Description of first aid measures
General information:
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours after the accident.
In case of irregular breathing or respiratory arrest provide artificial respiration.
After inhalation:
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if symptoms persist.

3 Composition/information on ingredients

4 Barium Chloride Dihydrate – First-aid measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing agents: Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture No further relevant information available.
Advice for firefighters
Protective equipment: Mouth respiratory protective device.
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Not required.
Environmental precautions: Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Dispose contaminated material as waste according to section 13. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Reference to other sections
See Section 7 for information on safe handling.
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. See Section 13 for disposal information.
Protective Action Criteria for Chemicals
PAC-1: 2.7 mg/m³
PAC-2: 330 mg/m³
PAC-3: 2,000 mg/m³
Handling:
Precautions for safe handling
Thorough dedusting.
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Information about protection against explosions and fires: No special measures required.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage:
Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements.
Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required.
Further information about storage conditions: Keep receptacle tightly sealed.
Specific end use(s) No further relevant information available.
5 Fire-fighting measures
6 Accidental release measures

7 Barium Chloride Dihydrate – Handling and storage
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
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After skin contact: Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
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After eye contact:
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
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After swallowing: Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.
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Information for doctor:
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Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed No further relevant information available.
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Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No further relevant information available.
Additional information about design of technical systems: No further data; see section 7.
· Control parameters
· Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
CAS: 10326-27-9 Barium Chloride Dihydrate
PEL
Long-term value: 0.5 mg/m³
as Ba
REL
Long-term value: 0.5 mg/m³ as Ba
TLV
Long-term value: 0.5 mg/m³ as Ba, A4
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Additional information: The lists that were valid during the creation were used as basis.
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Exposure controls
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Personal protective equipment:
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General protective and hygienic measures:
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
· Breathing equipment:
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air.
· Protection of hands:
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation.
Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the chemical mixture.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation
· Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
· Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
· Eye protection:
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Body protection: Protective work clothing

9 Barium Chloride Dihydrate – Physical and chemical properties
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Information on basic physical and chemical properties
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General Information
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Appearance:
Form: Granules
Color: Silver gray 8 Exposure controls/personal protection
Reactivity No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reactions known.
Conditions to avoid No further relevant information available.
Incompatible materials: No further relevant information available.
Hazardous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known.
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Odor:
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Odor threshold:
Odorless
Not determined.
· pH-value:
Not applicable.
· Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range: Boiling point/Boiling range:
113℃ Undetermined.
· Flash point:
Not applicable.
· Flammability (solid, gaseous):
Product is not flammable.
· Decomposition temperature:
Not determined.
· Ignition temperature:
Not determined.
· Danger of explosion:
Product does not present an explosion hazard.
· Explosion limits: Lower:
Upper:
Not determined. Not determined.
· Vapor pressure:
Not applicable.
· Density at 20 °C (68 °F):
3.097 g/cm³ (25.84447 lbs/gal)
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Bulk density:
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Relative density
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Vapor density
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Evaporation rate
1,300 kg/m³ Not determined. Not applicable. Not applicable.
· Solubility in / Miscibility with Water at 20 °C (68 °F):
357 g/l
· Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined.
· Viscosity: Dynamic: Kinematic:
Not applicable. Not applicable.
· Other information
No further relevant information available.

10 Barium Chloride Dihydrate – Stability and reactivity
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity:
Primary irritant effect:
on the skin: No irritant effect.
on the eye: Irritating effect.
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
Additional toxicological information:
Carcinogenic categories
IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) Substance is not listed.
NTP (National Toxicology Program) Substance is not listed.
OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) Substance is not listed.

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14 Barium Chloride Dihydrate – Transport information
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· LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification:
Oral
Inhalative
LD50
LC50/4h
100 mg/kg (ATE)
1.5 mg/l (ATE)
· UN-Number
· DOT, IMDG, IATA UN1564
· UN proper shipping name
· DOT Barium compounds, n.o.s. (Barium Chloride Dihydrate)
Waste treatment methods
Recommendation:
Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
Uncleaned packagings:
Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

13 Disposal considerations
Toxicity
Aquatic toxicity: No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability No further relevant information available.
Behavior in environmental systems:
Bioaccumulative potential No further relevant information available.
Mobility in soil No further relevant information available.
Additional ecological information:
General notes:
Water hazard class 1 (Assessment by list): slightly hazardous for water
Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT: Not applicable.
vPvB: Not applicable.
Other adverse effects No further relevant information available.

12 Ecological information
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
No further relevant information available.
Sara
Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances): Substance is not listed.
Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings): Substance is listed.

15 Regulatory information
· IMDG, IATA BARIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S. (Barium Chloride Dihydrate)
· Transport hazard class(es)
· DOT
· Class 6.1 Toxic substances
· Label 6.1
· IMDG, IATA
· Class 6.1 Toxic substances
· Label 6.1
· Packing group
· DOT, IMDG, IATA III
· Environmental hazards:
· Marine pollutant: No
· Special precautions for user Warning: Toxic substances
· Hazard identification number (Kemler code): 60
· EMS Number: F-A,S-A
· Stowage Category A
· Transport in bulk according to Annex II of
MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code Not applicable.
· Transport/Additional information:
· DOT
· Quantity limitations On passenger aircraft/rail: 100 kg
On cargo aircraft only: 200 kg
· IMDG
· Limited quantities (LQ) 5 kg
· Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E1
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 g
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 1000 g
· UN “Model Regulation”: UN 1564 BARIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S. (BARIUM CHLORIDE
DIHYDRATE), 6.1, III
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This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
Department issuing SDS: Environment protection department.
Contact:
Date of Preparation / Last Revision:
Date of preparation / last revision
Creation date for SDS 18-11-2020. STN
Revision 1.0, 20-07-2023: Reviewed SDS for accuracy. STN
Revision 1.1, 24-01-2025: Reviewed SDS for accuracy. STN

16 Other information
· TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
· Hazardous Air Pollutants Substance is not listed.
· Proposition 65
· Chemicals known to cause cancer: Substance is not listed.
· Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for females: Substance is not listed.
· Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity for males: Substance is not listed.
· Chemicals known to cause developmental toxicity: Substance is not listed.
· Carcinogenic categories
· EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) D, CBD(inh), NL(oral)
· TLV (Threshold Limit Value) A4
· NIOSH-Ca (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) Substance is not listed.
· GHS label elements The substance is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
· Hazard pictograms
· Signal word Danger
· Hazard statements
Toxic if swallowed.
Harmful if inhaled.
Causes serious eye irritation.
· Precautionary statements
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Wear eye protection / face protection.
If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center/doctor.
Specific treatment (see on this label).
Rinse mouth.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing.
Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell.
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
· Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.
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