Barium Chlorate (Ba(ClO3)2) powder

Physical hazards

Oxidizing solids Category 1

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 3 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 2

Long term hazards

OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed. May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer. Toxic if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Toxic if inhaled. May cause damage to organs (respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause damage to organs (). Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Keep away from heat. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Avoid breathing dust/fume. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center/doctor. 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. If on clothing: Rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see this label). If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

100% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity. For further information, please contact the Product Stewardship Department at +1.800.862.4118.