Substance profile
Barium perchlorate
Barium perchlorate is a substance with a harmonised classification under EU CLP.
01 · Identification
What Barium perchlorate is
Barium perchlorate is a substance with a harmonised classification under EU CLP. It melts at 505 °C.
Under the GHS it carries the signal word Danger.
02 · GHS classification
Hazards and label elements
Harmonised classification under CLP Annex VI. This is the legally binding classification in the EU; other jurisdictions may differ.
| Code | Hazard statement |
|---|---|
| H271 | May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser. |
| H332 | Harmful if inhaled. |
| H302 | Harmful if swallowed. |
Precautionary statements: P260, P270, P271, P301, P304, P312, P330
03 · Physical and chemical properties
Barium perchlorate properties
Every value is shown with the conditions it was measured under and the source it came from. Where sources disagree, all values are listed rather than one being picked — the difference is usually a different form of the substance, not an error.
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melting point | 505 °C (941 °F) | CAMEO | |
| Density | 3.2 g/cm³ | at 20 °C | CAMEO |
Values compiled from PubChem Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary. Temperatures converted to Fahrenheit for reference.
04 · Handling and storage
Storing and handling Barium perchlorate
Reactivity
Reflux heating of BARIUM PERCHLORATE with alcohols yields perchlorate esters, which are highly explosive [Kirk-Othmer 2nd ed. 5:75 1963]. A strong oxidizing agent. May react violently with organic materials.
Source: CAMEO Chemicals
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