Barium peroxide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H300+H330, H319

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidizer

H300+H330

Fatal if swallowed or if inhaled

H319

Causes serious eye irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Classification under Work Safe New Zealand Classified as hazardous in accordance with the criteria of EPA New Zealand HSNO Approval Number HSR001314

Physical hazards

Oxidizing solids Category 2

Health hazards

Acute Oral Toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 2 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 H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H300 + H330 - Fatal if swallowed or 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

P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing 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

P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place

Disposal

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

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates