Barium Chlorate Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Barium Chlorate (Ba(ClO3)2). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

Barium Chlorate molecular formula

About Barium Chlorate

Barium Chlorate is a white crystalline powder that is used in the production of fireworks and other pyrotechnics. It is also used in the manufacture of some other chemicals.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Oxidizer (Division 5.1)
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
Not applicable
Storage temperature
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and flames.
Recommended extinguishing agent
Water
Compatibility / segregation
Keep away from flammable materials, reducing agents, and organic materials.

This substance is an oxidizer and can increase the risk of fire and explosion when in contact with flammable materials.

Fire Suppression System

Water fire suppression is recommended for Barium Chlorate

  • Water

    Water · Recommended

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Water fire suppression is generally recommended for Barium Chlorate (Ba(ClO3)2). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Barium Chlorate should account for its listed hazards (Oxidizer (Division 5.1)), climate control needs (Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and flames.), and segregation requirements. Keep away from flammable materials, reducing agents, and organic materials.

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: White crystalline powder, Density:3.18 g/mL

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Barium Chlorate

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Barium Chlorate be stored?

Store Barium Chlorate in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Oxidizer (Division 5.1)). Climate range guidance: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and flames.. Compatibility notes: Keep away from flammable materials, reducing agents, and organic materials. US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Barium Chlorate flammable?

Yes — Barium Chlorate is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: Not applicable. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Barium Chlorate?

Barium Chlorate is listed as: Oxidizer (Division 5.1). This substance is an oxidizer and can increase the risk of fire and explosion when in contact with flammable materials.

What fire suppression is recommended for Barium Chlorate?

Water fire suppression is generally recommended for Barium Chlorate (Ba(ClO3)2). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Barium Chlorate storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Barium Chlorate. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.