Hummel Croton Barium Peroxide

Hummel Croton Barium Peroxide is use as an oxidizer in various ordnance and pyrotechnic mixtures. It is also used to bleach animal substances, vegetable fibers and straw. It can also be used in the manufacturing of oxygen and hydrogen peroxide. Combine with aluminum it is used in the welding industry. It can be used as an oxidizer in organic synthesis.

Purity (Assay): 92.0 - 92.0 %

Safety Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Base Chemicals Functions
CAS No.
1304-29-6
RTEC Number
CR 0175000
EINECS No.
2151284.0
Molecular formula
BaO₂

Applications & Uses

Markets

Properties

Appearance
Tan/White Powder
Insoluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting pointapprox. 800°C
Specific Gravity4.958
Molecular Weight160.36
Chemical Analysis
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Assaymin. 92%
Active Oxygenmin. 8.7%
Barium Carbonatemax. 2.0%
Acid Insolublemax. 0.5%
Moisture Content (105°C)max. 0.5%
Iron Contentmax. 0.005%
Chloridemax. 0.05%
Apparent Denistymin. 0.9g/ml
Passing U.S. Std. (Sieve #200)min. 85%

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging
  • 300 & 600 Polylined Steel Net Drums
  • Available in smaller quantities.

Storage & Handling

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 0.5mg/m3 as Ba.
  • Material is an oxidizer and a poison.
  • This product may be subject to SARA Section 313 reporting requirements (Ba 52.55%).
Shipping
  • Proper Shipping Name - Barium Peroxide
  • Shipping Information - UN# 1449, Class 5.1, P.G. II, Label Code 5.1(6.1)