GHS Classification Result

Chemical Name:barium
CAS:7440-39-3

Result:
ID: 175
Classifier: Inter-ministerial Committee on GHS
Year Classified: FY2006
Reference Manual: GHS Classification Manual (10 Feb, 2006)

PHYSICAL HAZARDS
Hazard class Classification Symbol Signal word Hazard statement Precautionary statement Rationale for the classification
1 Explosives Not applicable - - - - There are no chemical groups associated with explosive properties present in the molecules.
2 Flammable gases (including chemically unstable gases) Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
3 Aerosols Not applicable - - - - Not aerosol products
4 Oxidizing gases Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
5 Gases under pressure Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
6 Flammable liquids Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
7 Flammable solids Not classified - - - - UNRTDG Class: 4.3
8 Self-reactive substances and mixtures Not applicable - - - - There are no chemical groups associated with explosive or self-reactive properties present in the molecule.
9 Pyrophoric liquids Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
10 Pyrophoric solids Not classified - - - - UNRTDG Class: 4.3
11 Self-heating substances and mixtures Not classified - - - - UNRTDG Class: 4.3
12 Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases Category 2 Danger H261: In contact with water releases flammable gas P231+P232: Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
P335+P334: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.
P370+P378: In case of fire: Use ... for extinction.
P402+P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
P223: Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ...
UNRTDG Class: 4.3; PG II
13 Oxidizing liquids Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
14 Oxidizing solids Not classified - - - - Reducing substance (ICSC(J) (1999))
15 Organic peroxides Not applicable - - - - Containing no -0-0- structure
16 Corrosive to metals Not classified - - - - UNRTDG Class: 4.3

HEALTH HAZARDS
Hazard class Classification Symbol Signal word Hazard statement Precautionary statement Rationale for the classification
1 Acute toxicity (Oral) Classification not possible - - - - No data available
1 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Classification not possible - - - - No data available
1 Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Gases) Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
1 Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Vapours) Classification not possible - - - - No data available
1 Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Dusts and mists) Classification not possible - - - - No data available
2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Warning H315: Causes skin irritation P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P332+P313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P264: Wash ... thoroughly after handling.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P321: Specific treatment (see ... on this label).
P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
It was classified as Category 2 from descriptions that the skin is stimulated (ICSC (J) (1999) and HSFS (2000)).
3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A-2B Warning H319: Causes serious eye irritation P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337+P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P264: Wash ... thoroughly after handling.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
It was set as Category 2A-2B from description that the eye was stimulated in ICSC (J), (1999), and HSFS (2000).
4 Respiratory sensitization Classification not possible - - - - No data available
4 Skin sensitization Classification not possible - - - - No data available
5 Germ cell mutagenicity Classification not possible - - - - No data available
6 Carcinogenicity Not classified - - - - It is classified into A4 (ACGIH 7th, 2001) according to ACGIH and is classified into CBD (inh) and NL (orl) (1996) according to EPA (IRIS, 2005). So it was set as the outside of Category.
7 Reproductive toxicity Classification not possible - - - - No data available
8 Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) Warning H335: May cause respiratory irritation (respiratory tract irritation) P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
P405: Store locked up.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ...
It was classified into Category 3 (respiratory tracts stimulativeness) due to the description that the it irritates respiratory trac in ICSC (J) (1999), and HSFS (2000).
9 Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure Classification not possible - - - - Classification not possible due to lack of data
10 Aspiration hazard Classification not possible - - - - No data available

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
Hazard class Classification Symbol Signal word Hazard statement Precautionary statement Rationale for the classification
11 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute) Category 3 - - H402: Harmful to aquatic life P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ...
It was classified into Category 3 from 48-hour LC50=14.5mg/L of Crustacea (Daphnia magna), and others (EHC107, 1990).
11 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term) Category 3 - - H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ...
Classified into Category 3, since acute toxicity was Category 3, and behavior in water and bioaccumulative potential are unknown.


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