A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 1-9
Carbon Dioxide
Table of contents
Key Data
Formula: BaCO3
CAS: 513-77-9
Other names: Witherite
Appearance: White powder
Solubility in water: 14-24mg/L at room temperature. 3.7g/L in gastric juices at body temperature.
Thermal decomposition: At 1350°C it decomposes to BaO.BaCO3, giving off carbon dioxide. Oxidation:
Softening Point:
Melting Point:
Boiling Point:
Dustiness:
Composition/Impurities
Uses
Radioactivity
Exposure Routes
Skin and Eye Exposure
Skin Absorption
Inhalation
Ingestion
Toxicity
Acute
Skin
Inhalation
Ingestion
Repeat Dose
Skin
Inhalation
Ingestion
Genotoxicity
Carcinogenicity
Reproductive Toxicity
Fire Hazard
Health and Safety Practice
Disposal
Regulatory Requirements
Exposure Limits
| _Regulator_ | _8hr TWA mg/m³_ | _15min TWA mg/m³_ | Notes |
| UK HSE | 9150 | 27400 | |
UK requirements for school buildings, depending on the type of building and type of ventilation, are:
Daily average: <1000-1500ppm
20 minute average: <1500-2000ppm
Warning level: 2800ppm
Shut-off level: 5000ppm