General Information
Revision date
2012-04-24
Product name
This information applies to all CIMBAR grade products
CAS No.
7727-43-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Weighting Material and Filler Generic Description: BARIUM SULFATE
Manufacturer Name
CIMBAR Performance Minerals
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Company Information
company name
CIMBAR Performance Minerals
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical State : Solid (Powder.) Odor : Odorless. Color: : White to Tan. Hazard Status This material is classified hazardous under
Principle Routes of Exposure
Dermal, eye, inhalation, ingestion. Carcinogenic Status : None. Target Organs : Eye, lungs. Health Effect-Eyes : Direct contact with dust may cause mechanical irritation of the eyes.
Health Effects - Skin
Direct contact may cause slight dryness, or may cause mild irritation. Health Effects-Ingestion : Barite is considered to be relatively non-toxic due to non-absorption. Health Effects-Inhalation : Inhalation of fine barite dust may cause irritation of the nose and throat by mechanical action. Other Health Warnings : Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance could produce target organs damage.
