Barium nitrate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H301, H319, H332

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand Classification under Work Safe New Zealand Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand HSNO Approval Number HSR001312 GHS Classification

Physical hazards

Oxidizing solids Category 2

Health hazards

Acute Oral Toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2

Environmental hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer H301 - Toxic if swallowed H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H332 - Harmful if inhaled

Prevention

P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P220 - Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials P221 - Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell P330 - Rinse mouth P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

P405 - Store locked up

Disposal

P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards Oxidizing solids Category 2 Health hazards Acute Oral Toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Environmental hazards Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met