SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers: All applicable American Elements product codes for CAS #12672-79-6
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
Physical hazards Not classified.
Health hazards Not classified.
Environmental hazards Not classified.
OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
Label elements
Hazard symbol None.
Signal word None.
Hazard statement The substance does not meet the criteria for classification.
Precautionary statement
Prevention Observe good industrial hygiene practices.
Response Wash hands after handling.
Storage Store away from incompatible materials.
Disposal Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical name / CAS number:
Barium Aluminide / 12672-79-6
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation:
Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim inhaled the substance. Call a physician or poison
control center immediately.
Skin Contact:
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water.
Wash clothing separately before reuse.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Continue rinsing.
Ingestion:
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth
thoroughly. Do not induce vomiting without advice from poison control center. If vomiting occurs,
keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs. Do not use mouth-to-mouth
method if victim ingested the substance. Induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask
equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device.
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed:
Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation.
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
Treat symptomatically.
General Information:
Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to
protect themselves. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media Water fog. Foam. Dry chemical powder. Carbon dioxide (CO2).
Unsuitable extinguishing media None known.
Specific hazards arising from During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed.
the chemical
Special protective equipment Wear suitable protective equipment.
and precautions for firefighters
Fire fighting Use water spray to cool unopened containers.
equipment/instructions
Specific methods Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials.
General fire hazards No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Keep unnecessary personnel away. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Do not touch
damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Local
authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained. For personal protection,
see section 8 of the SDS.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Prevent entry into waterways, sewer, basements or confined areas. Following product recovery,
flush area with water. For waste disposal, see section 13 of the SDS.
Environmental precautions:
Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling:
Observe good industrial hygiene practices.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Store in original tightly closed container. Store in a well-ventilated place. Store away from
incompatible materials (see Section 10 of the SDS).
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Occupational exposure limits No exposure limits noted for ingredient(s).
Biological limit values No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Appropriate engineering controls
Good general ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour) should be used. Ventilation rates
should be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation,
or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If
exposure limits have not been established, maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level.
Control parameters Follow standard monitoring procedures.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles).
Skin protection
Hand protection Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves
Other
Wear chemical protective equipment that is specifically recommended by the manufacturer. It may
provide little or no thermal protection.
Other
Respiratory protection In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Thermal hazards Wear appropriate thermal protective clothing, when necessary.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Physical state Solid.
Form Solid.
Color Not available.
Odor Not available.
Odor threshold Not available.
pH Not available.
Melting point/freezing point Not available.
Initial boiling point and boiling
range
Not available.
Flash point Not available.
Evaporation rate Not available.
Flammability (solid, gas) Not available.
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits
Flammability limit - lower
(%)
Not available.
Flammability limit - upper
(%)
Not available.
Explosive limit - lower (%) Not available.
Explosive limit - upper (%) Not available.
Vapor pressure Not available.
Vapor density Not available.
Relative density Not available.
Solubility(ies)
Solubility (water) Not available.
Partition coefficient
(n-octanol/water)
Not available.
Auto-ignition temperature Not available
Decomposition temperature Not available.
Viscosity Not available.
Other information
Explosive properties Not explosive.
Oxidizing properties Not oxidizing.
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity The product is stable and non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport.
Chemical stability Material is stable under normal conditions.
Possibility of hazardous Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
reactions
Conditions to avoid Contact with incompatible materials.
Incompatible materials None known.
Hazardous decomposition products No hazardous decomposition products are known.
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on likely routes of exposure
Inhalation Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Skin contact Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Eye contact Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Ingestion Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Symptoms related to the
physical, chemical and
toxicological characteristics
Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation.
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity Not known.
Skin corrosion/irritation Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Respiratory sensitization Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Skin sensitization Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Germ cell mutagenicity Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Carcinogenicity This product is not considered to be a carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA.
IARC Monographs. Overall Evaluation of Carcinogenicity
Not listed.
OSHA Specifically Regulated Substances (29 CFR 1910.1001-1050)
Not regulated.
US. National Toxicology Program (NTP) Report on Carcinogens
Not listed.
Reproductive toxicity Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Specific target organ toxicity -
single exposure
Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Specific target organ toxicity -
repeated exposure
Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
Aspiration hazard Due to lack of data the classification is not possible.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
The product is not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the
possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.
Persistence and degradability No data is available on the degradability of this product.
Bioaccumulative potential No data available.
Mobility in soil No data available.
Other adverse effects No other adverse environmental effects (e.g. ozone depletion, photochemical ozone creation
potential, endocrine disruption, global warming potential) are expected from this component.
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal instructions
Collect and reclaim or dispose in sealed containers at licensed waste disposal site. Dispose in
accordance with all applicable regulations.
Local disposal regulations
Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.
Hazardous waste code
The waste code should be assigned in discussion between the user, the producer and the waste
disposal company.
Waste from residues / unused products
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Empty containers or liners may retain some
product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe manner (see:
Disposal instructions).
Contaminated packaging
Since emptied containers may retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is
emptied. Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or
disposal.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT
UN number UN1564
UN proper shipping name Barium compounds, n.o.s.
Class 6.1(PGIII)
Transport hazard class(es)
Subsidiary risk -
Label(s) 6.1
Packing group III
Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling. Read safety
instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
Special precautions for user
Special provisions IB8, IP3, T1, TP33
Packaging exceptions 153
Packaging non bulk 213
Packaging bulk 240
IATA
UN number UN1564
UN proper shipping name Barium compounds, n.o.s.
Class 6.1(PGIII)
Transport hazard class(es)
Subsidiary risk -
Label(s) 6.1
Packing group III
Environmental hazards No.
Special precautions for user Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
IMDG
UN number UN1564
UN proper shipping name Barium compounds, n.o.s.
Class 6.1(PGIII)
Transport hazard class(es)
Subsidiary risk -
Label(s) 6.1
Packing group III
Marine pollutant No.
Environmental hazards
EmS Not available.
Special precautions for user Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA Section 12(b) Export Notification (40 CFR 707, Subpt. D)
Not regulated.
CERCLA Hazardous Substance List (40 CFR 302.4)
Not listed.
SARA 304 Emergency release notification
Not regulated.
OSHA Specifically Regulated Substances (29 CFR 1910.1001-1050)
Not regulated.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA)
Immediate Hazard - No
Delayed Hazard - No
Fire Hazard - No
Pressure Hazard - No
Reactivity Hazard - No
Hazard categories
SARA 302 Extremely hazardous substance
Not listed.
SARA 311/312 Hazardous Yes
chemical
SARA 313 (TRI reporting)
Not regulated.
Other federal regulations
Clean Air Act (CAA) Section 112 Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) List
Not regulated.
Clean Air Act (CAA) Section 112(r) Accidental Release Prevention (40 CFR 68.130)
Not regulated.
Safe Drinking Water Act Not regulated.
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.