Sulfate Reagent A

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: Appearance: Colorless crystals Odor: Not determined EU Symbols: T - TOXIC

R-phrase(s)

R 20 Harmful by inhalation. R 25 Toxic if swallowed Protective Equipment:

Potential health effects

Eye Contact (EC): None reported Skin Contact (EC): None reported Skin Absorption (EC): None Reported Target Organs (SA E): None Reported Ingestion (EC): Toxic Barium compounds cause central nervous system stimulation followed by central nervous system depression. Barium compounds cause stimulation of the muscles which may result in muscle twitching, cramps and weakness; blood pressure effects; disturbance in the heart's action and respiratory weakness. Causes dizziness abdominal pain Can cause paralysis of tongue limb immobility death Target Organs (Ing E): Cardiovascular system Muscles Central nervous system Inhalation: Harmful Barium compounds cause central nervous system stimulation followed by central nervous system depression. Barium compounds cause stimulation of the muscles which may result in muscle twitching, cramps and weakness; blood pressure effects, disturbance in the heart's action and respiratory paralysis. Causes dizziness abdominal pain convulsions Can cause paralysis of tongue limb immobility death Target Organs (Inh E): Central nervous system Muscles Cardiovascular system

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

None reported

Potential chronic health

Chronic overexposure may cause kidney damage Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information: IARC Listed: No Toxicologically Synergistic Products: None reported Additional Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information: None reported _____________________________________________________________________________