ICSC 1607 - BARIUM CHROMATE

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BARIUM CHROMATE

ICSC: 1607
_{April 2006}

Barium chromate (VI)
Barium chromate (1:1)
Chromic acid, barium salt 1:1
C.I. 77103
C.I. Pigment Yellow 31

CAS No: 10294-40-3
RTECS No: CQ8760000

BaCrO₄
Molecular mass: 253.3

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible.		In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT!
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion	Burning sensation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting, then remove to safe place.	GHS classification Signal: Danger Flam circle-Health haz May intensify fire; oxidizer Causes damage to the nose through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled May cause cancer	Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
	Separated from strong reducing agents, food and feedstuffs.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
YELLOW CRYSTALS.

Chemical dangers
Reacts with reducing agents

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (as insoluble Cr VI compounds): 0.01 mg/m³ (as TWA), A1 (confirmed human carcinogen); (ACGIH 2006).
MAK not established.

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. Repeated or prolonged inhalation exposure may cause asthma. The substance may have effects on the respiratory tract and kidneys, resulting in nasal septum perforation and kidney impairment. This substance is carcinogenic to humans.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Melting point: 1380°C Density: 4.5 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: 0.00026 (none)

NOTES

Do NOT take working clothes home.
Card has been partially updated in January 2008: see GHS classification.

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Updated by AS. Approved by GS. Last update: 29.01.2008