Barium Hydroxide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) Physical state Solid. (Crystals.) Odor : Odorless. OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Emergency overview DANGER! MAY BE FATAL IF INHALED OR SWALLOWED. CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN BURNS. HARMFUL IF ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: HEART, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM. Do not ingest. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not breathe dust. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Potential Acute Health Effects

Eyes Corrosive to eyes. Dust may cause mechanical irritation to eyes. Skin Toxic in contact with skin. Corrosive to the skin. Inhalation Very toxic by inhalation. Corrosive to the respiratory system. Ingestion Very toxic if swallowed. May cause burns to mouth, throat and stomach. Carcinogenic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Mutagenic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Teratogenic Effects

No known significant effects or critical hazards. Reproductive toxicity Medical conditions Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin destruction or dermatitis. Repeated or aggravated by over- prolonged exposure to the substance can produce lung damage. Repeated exposure of exposure the eyes to a low level of dust can produce eye irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. See toxicological information (section 11)