SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Barium Benzoate
Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. BA-BENZ-018
CAS #: 533-00-6
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351
Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300
International: +1 703-527-3887
SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Serious eye damage (Category 1)
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3)
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Xi Irritant R37, R41
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]
Pictogram
Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H318
H335
Causes serious eye damage.
May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statement(s)
P261
P280
P305 + P351 + P338
Avoid breathing dust.
Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face
protection.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several
minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and
easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Supplemental Hazard Statements none
R-phrase(s)
R37
R41
Irritating to respiratory system.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
2.3 Other hazards none
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1 Substances
Synonyms Benzoic acid, barium salt
Formula C14H10BaO4
Molecular Weight 379.55
Component Concentration
Barium benzoate Min 98%
Other unknown impurities Up to 2%
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to
the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a
physician.
In case of skin contact Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a
physician.
In case of eye contact Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a
physician.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been
thoroughly investigated.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry
chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the
substance or mixture
Carbon oxides, Calcium oxide
5.3 Advice for firefighters Wear self contained breathing apparatus for
firefighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information No data available
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable,
closed containers for disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Normal measures for
preventive fire protection.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
7.3 Specific end uses
no data available
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks
and at the end of workday.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested
and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and
the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected
according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle
respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering
controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator.
Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards
such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form : solid
b) Odor no data available
c) Odor Threshold no data available
d) pH no data available
e) Melting range/freezing range no data available
f) Initial boiling point and boiling range 249.3 °C at 760 mmHg
g) Flash point no data available
h) Enthalpy of Vaporization 51.4 kJ/mol
i) Index of Refraction no data available
j) Molar Refractivity no data available
k) Vapor pressure 0.0122 mmHg at 25 °C.
l) Density no data available
m) Oxidizing properties no data available
n) Solubility Insoluble in water
o) Partition coefficient: noctanol/water no data available
p) Polarizability no data available
q) Decomposition temperature no data available
r) Molar Volume no data available
s) Surface Tension no data available
9.2 Other safety information
Molecular Formula C14H10BaO4
Molecular Weight 379.55
SMILES [Ba+2].[O-]C(=O)c1ccccc1.[O-]C(=O)c1ccccc1
InChI InChI=1S/2C7H6O2.Ba/c2*8-7(9)6-4-2-1-3-5-
6;/h2*1-5H,(H,8,9);/q;;+2/p-2
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SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity no data available
10.2 Chemical stability no data available
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions no data available
10.4 Conditions to avoid no data available
10.5 Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents, Strong bases, Strong
reducing agents
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity no data available
Carcinogenicity IARC: No component of this product present at
levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified
as probable, possible or confirmed human
carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single
exposure
Inhalation - May cause respiratory irritation.
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated
exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard no data available
Potential health effects
Inhalation May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed.
Skin Causes skin irritation.
Eyes Causes eye irritation.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been
thoroughly investigated.
Additional Information
RTECS No data available
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1 Toxicity no data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability no data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential no data available
12.4 Mobility in soil no data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment no data available
12.6 Other adverse effects no data available
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed
professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a
combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID IMDG IATA
- - -
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID IMDG IATA
Not dangerous goods Not dangerous goods Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID IMDG IATA
- - -
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID IMDG IATA
- - -
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID IMDG Marine pollutant IATA
no no no
14.6 Special precautions for user
no data available
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or
mixture
no data available
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
no data available
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.