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Download Data Sheet and more Lecture notes Engineering in PDF only on Docsity! Material Safety Data Sheet Barium Carbonate Suppliers Name: Westco Chemicals, Inc. Address: 12551-61 Saticoy Street South North Hollywood, CA 9160 Telephone: 818-255-3655 or 323-877-0077 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC 1. Identification Product Name: Barium Carbonate Chemical Name: Barium Carbonate Formula: BaCO3 Molecular Weight: 197.35 CAS No.: 513-77-9 2. Composition / Information on Ingredients Chemical Name: Barium Carbonate CAS #: 513-77-9 ACGIH TLV: 0.5 mg/m³ for soluble Barium compounds as Barium (0.74 mg/m³ as BaCO3). (1992-1993) 3. Hazard Identification Route of Exposure: Ingestion, Inhalation, Skin or Eye Skin: Barium is not likely to penetrate intact skin; penetration through cuts may cause symptoms of over-exposure. A slight irritation may result from the alkaline nature of the product. Eye: Particles in the eye may cause pain, tearing and irritation. 4. First Aid Measures Inhalation: Flush mouth and nasal passages with water. Have victim drink solution of 1 Tablespoon of Epson Salt (Magnesium Sulfate) or Glauber's Sulfate (Sodium Sulfate) dissolved in water. Call for medical attention. Eyes: Flush eyes with water until irritation subsides. Get medical attention if necessary. 12551-61 Saticoy Street South - North Hollywood, CA 91605 TEL:323- 877-0077 818-255-3655 FAX: 818-255-3650 Data Sheet Westco Chemicals, Inc. Skin: Wash with water and soap is available. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Ingestion: Have victim drink solution of 1 Tablespoon of Epson Salt (Magnesium Sulfate) or Gluaber's Sulfate (Sodium Sulfate) dissolved in water. Induce vomiting if victim is completely conscious. Call for medical attention. Regulatory / Carcinogenicity: Barium carbonate is not considered carcinogenic (1993 study of Barium Chloride showed no evidence). Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Acute over-exposure will cause severe abdominal pain, violent purging with watery bloody stools, vomiting, muscle twitching and confusion, followed by muscle paralysis of the respiratory muscles, which may be fatal. 5. Fire Fighting Measures Common Extinguishing Methods: Foam or Water Inappropriate Extinguishing Methods: NA Specific Hazards: Will decompose releasing Carbon Dioxide gas at extremely high temperatures. Protective Measures in case of Intervention: NA Other Precautions: Limit water runoff if it is likely to contain suspended product. 6. Accidental Release Measures Try to keep material dry. Prevent runoff from entering sewers or ditches connected with natural waterways. Dispose of appropriately in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations. 7. Handling and Storage General storage conditions are not critical. Keep material dry. Store separate from acids. Emptied containers may present a toxic hazard. Treat or dispose of empty containers in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations. 8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection Engineering Controls: Control airborne concentrations below the exposure limit. Use only with adequate ventilation. Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH approved dust mask. Hand Protection: Wear impervious gloves.