Barium Nitrate
Typical Chemical Analysis
| Product Code | 02-0810 | 02-0810 |
| Description | White Crystal | White Powder |
| Assay | 99.30% | 99.30% |
| Moisture | 0.05% | 0.05% |
| Water Insolubles | 0.05% | 0.05% |
| Iron | 0.001% | 0.001% |
| pH | 5.0-8.0 | 5.0-8.0 |
| Chloride | 0.05% | 0.05% |
| Granulation | Normal - 20 Mesh | Normal - 100 Mesh |
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS: MIL-B-162D
PACKAGING: 50-55 lb. Bags or 300/330 lb. Polyethylene lined Drums
Uses
Barium Nitrate is use to manufacture other barium compounds. It is used by the pyrotechnic industry for the production of “green fire” and green signal flares. It also has uses in the vacuum tube industry.
Handling
Do not store near acids, organics and other oxidizable materials or where flammable or combustible materials are stored. Reseal containers immediately after use. Store away from food and beverages. Use dust respirator when handling. OSHA PEL & ACGIH TLV-TWA have been established for this compound at 0.5 mg/m3 as Ba. Material is an oxidizer and a poison. This product may be subject to SARA Section 313 reporting requirements (Ba 52.55%). See SDS for more information.
Proper Shipping Name
Shipping Information
Barium Nitrate
UN# 1446, Class 5.1, PGII, Label Code 5.1(6.1)
Product Information
Barium Nitrate
| CAS Number | 10022-31-8 |
| RTEC Number | CQ 9625000 |
| Melting point | ~590 ° C |
| Specific Gravity | 3.24 |
| EINEC Number | 2330205 |
| Molecular Wt. | 261.39 |
| Molecular Formula | Ba(NO₃)₂ |
| Water Solubility | 9.2g/100ml @20 °C |
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