MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 
                     Date Printed: 12/02/2008 
                           Version  1.1

 I – Identification of substance

Product details:
Product Name: Barium sulfide, Granular, 99.99%, -200 mesh
Product No.:   1409     
CAS#:         21109-95-5    
Formula:       BaS
Brand         Cerametek

Manufacturer/supplier Information:
Company                        Beijing Cerametek New Materials Co. Ltd
Address                         16 Guanghua Road, 
                                      Tongzhou Industry Development Park 
                                      Beijing, China 101113
Website:                         http://www.cerametek.com 

Technical Phone:                  86-10-61566641
Fax:                                    86-10-61561674
Emergency Phone:                your local emergency phone number

II Composition/Data on components:
Chemical characterization:
Description: (CAS#)
Barium sulfide (CAS# 21109-95-5): 100%
Identification number(s):
EINECS Number: 244-214-4
Synonym:
Chemical Formula: BaS

III.  Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation. Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant).

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.

The substance is toxic to the nervous system, mucous membranes.

Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated or prolonged inhalation of dust may lead to chronic respiratory irritation.

IV: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.

Skin Contact:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.

Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical attention.

Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.

Serious Inhalation:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek medical attention.

Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Serious Ingestion: Not available.

V. Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: Flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Products of Combustion: Some metallic oxides.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
Flammable solid.
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray or fog.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.  

VI. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.

Large Spill: 
Flammable solid that, in contact with water, emits flammable gases.

Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed.

Eliminate all ignition sources. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.

VII. Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Keep under inert atmosphere. Keep container dry. Do not breathe dust. Never add water to this product. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when possible. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Storage:
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep from any possible contact with water. Do not allow water to get into container because of violent reaction.

VIII, Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Additional information about design of technical systems:
Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals
and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
Barium, and soluble compounds, as Ba  mg/m3

ACGIH TLV                     0.5; Not classified as a human carcinogen
Austria MAK                   0.5
Belgium TWA                   0.5
Denmark TWA                   0.5
Finland TWA                   0.5
Germany MAK                   0.5 (total dust)
Hungary                       0.5-STEL
Ireland TWA                   0.5
Korea TLV                     0.5
Netherlands MAC-TGG           0.5
Norway TWA                    0.5
Poland TWA                    0.5; 1.5-STEL
Sweden TWA                    0.5
Switzerland MAK-W             0.5
United Kingdom LTEL           0.5
USA PEL                       0.5
Additional information: No data

Personal protective equipment
General protective and hygienic measures
he usual precautionary measures for handling chemicals should be followed.

Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Remove all soiled and contaminated clothing immediately.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Breathing equipment:
Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Protection of hands:
Impervious gloves
Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition.
Material of gloves
The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality.  Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.

Eye protection: Safety glasses
Body protection: Protective work clothing.  

IX. Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Solid. (Crystalline solid.)

Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 169.39 g/mole
Color: White.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: Decomposes.
Melting Point: 1200 °C (2192°F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 4.36 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: Not available.
Solubility: Not available.

X. Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not available.

Incompatibility with various substances: The product reacts violently with water to emit flammable but non toxic gases.

Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.

Polymerization: Will not occur.

XI. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals:
LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans: Causes damage to the following organs: the nervous system, mucous membranes.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.  

XII. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available.
|BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.

Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.  

XIII. Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:

XIV. Transport Information

DOT regulations:

Hazard class:                               4.3
Product name: Barium sulfide
Identification number:                       UN3134
Packing group:                               III
Proper shipping name (technical name):  WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.  (Barium sulfide)
Label                                        4.3+6.1

Land transport ADR/RID  (cross-border)
ADR/RID class:                               4.3 (WT2) Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases
Danger code (Kemler):                        462
UN-Number:                                   3134
Packaging group:                             III
Description of goods:   WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (Barium sulfide)

 Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class:                                  4.3
UN Number:                                   3134
Label                                        4.3+6.1
Packaging group:                             III
EMS Number:                                  F-G,S-N
Proper shipping name:  WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (Barium sulfide)

Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class:                             4.3
UN/ID Number:                                3134
Label                                        4.3+6.1
Packaging group:                             III
Proper shipping name:  WATER-REACTIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.  (Barium sulfide)

XV. Other Regulatory Information

USA Federal and State Regulations:
 
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Barium sulfide

SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Barium sulfide
Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).

DSCL (EEC):
R38- Irritating to skin.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
HMIS (U.S.A.): 
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 3 
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 2
Flammability: 3 
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator.

Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Splash goggles.

XVI. Other Information

References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.

WARRANTY 
   According to international regulations such as OSHA & AHSI and Hazards standards, and the present state of our knowledge, the MSDS is made as above information. It is applicable to the product about appropriate safety precautions and is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. However, we make no guarantee of the properties of the product. The user should make your own judgment or investigation on the information for your specific use of this product.  Cerametek.com 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.