Barium nitrate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Oxidizing solids: Category 2

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 1(CVS; nerve/nervous system; muscles; kidney; digestive apparatus/alimentary system) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: Category 1(CVS; nerve/nervous system; muscles; kidney) (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

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Danger

Hazard statements

May intensify fire; oxidizer Harmful if swallowed Causes serious eye irritation Causes damage to organs after single exposure(CVS; nerve/nervous system; muscles; kidney; digestive apparatus/alimentary system) May cause respiratory irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure(CVS; nerve/nervous system; muscles; kidney)

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. 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. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards Oxidizing material. Organic or combustible material may catch fire in contact with it.